Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged that the judiciary has aligned with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

According to him, this is an indication that Nigeria's democracy is in jeopardy.

Atiku said this amid a delay by the Supreme Court to deliver judgment on crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

He said on X, "It is increasingly evident that Nigeria’s democracy, and indeed the integrity of the 2027 general elections is in serious jeopardy. Democracy itself is now facing an existential threat. However, I do not want to believe that the judiciary, long regarded as the last hope of the common man, would align with the ruling APC in any effort that could undermine or destroy our democratic foundations. -AA"

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Senator Ireti Kingibe representing the Federal Capital Territory has dismissed a publication alleging that she was "dragged to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) over a ₦100 million kickback for a fake contract.

In a statement , the senator described the allegation as entirely false, adding that it raises serious questions about motive, particularly given its suspicious timing.

According to the report, she was linked to an alleged kickback tied to a so-called “fake contract.”

Kingibe said, "Let it be stated categorically and without ambiguity, I have never been invited, queried, or contacted by the ICPC on this or any related matter. At no time has the Commission written to me or sought any explanation regarding any allegation whatsoever.

"Even more fundamentally, as a Senator, I do not award contracts, not even for constituency projects. All such projects are executed strictly by relevant Ministries, Departments, and Agencies of government in line with established procedures. Any attempt to associate me with contract awards reflects either a fundamental misunderstanding of how government functions or a deliberate act of misinformation.

"What is most telling, however, is the timing. How coincidental that this publication surfaces the very morning after my interview on ARISE Television, where I spoke candidly on the state of the nation and held the government accountable.

"This pattern is not lost on discerning observers. It is becoming increasingly evident that those who choose to speak truth to power must now contend not only with resistance but also with calculated attempts at intimidation and character assassination."

Kingibe stated that she will not be silenced, adding that she remains resolute in her commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible governance.

"If this is the consequence of refusing to align with the excesses of government, then so be it.

"I fully expect more of such attacks. They will not deter me, because the Nigerian people deserve leaders who will speak boldly, not those who shrink from the truth," she said.