NewStats: 3,259,788 , 8,170,910 topics. Date: Monday, 26 May 2025 at 02:19 AM 4s2v3r

Atiku Recounts Assassination Attempt, Claims Gunmen Shot At Him But Missed

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has recounted how he survived an "assassination attempt" in Kaduna State, revealing that he hid his wife and children in a wardrobe while confronting the gunmen.

Speaking during his address to the American University of Nigeria (AUN) graduating class of 2025 in Yola, Atiku said the attackers opened fire at him but missed.

“I hid my wife and children in a wardrobe and stepped forward to confront the attackers. They shot at me but missed. I stood up and demanded, ‘Why did you fire?’ That’s what courage looks like,” he said.

Atiku, who founded AUN, also recalled how Nigeria’s military regime once offered him a governorship position without an election, which he rejected.

“When we resisted military dictatorship, they offered me a governorship without an election, I rejected it. In 1999, I earned it the right way and became Vice President,” he told the graduates.

He encouraged the students to embrace resilience and integrity in the face of adversity, saying, “I’ve faced tribulations. I’ve been hunted, but I never wavered.”

“Patience is not weakness. It is a weapon of the wise,” Atiku added, drawing from his experience in Nigeria’s turbulent political landscape.

He also paid tribute to his late mentor, General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, recalling his calmness in the face of a death sentence.

“His blood pressure was normal on the day of his scheduled execution. That’s a soldier. That’s courage,” he said.

The speech, which combined personal memories with political history, was meant to inspire the graduates as they prepare for the challenges ahead.

https://saharareporters.com/2025/05/17/atiku-recounts-assassination-attempt-claims-gunmen-shot-him-missed

Ok

But he has 5 wives. Which one did he hide in the closet?

Maybe that is why spend more time in dubai.


Nigeria happened to him but God saved him.

He should summon the same courage and leave politics for younger people.

Atiku said they shot him and he still alive ... There is something this man is not telling us... Does that means he has okigbe ?

You mean Atiku told all these lies in front of an academic audience and they couldn't ask him to leave immediately, instead they applauded him?

We don't even know who is the king of Lamba between Obi and Atiku

Interesting

Grigory’s boyfriend !

QuinQ:
But he has 5 wives. Which one did he hide in the closet?

He has more than five. The serial fornicator and unrepentant adulterer has no shame

This story reminds me of an artiste called Jazzman Olofin

Between Atiku and Sahara reporters, we don't know who to believe.
Two liars

nifemi25:
Atiku said they shot him and he still alive ... There is something this man is not telling us... Does that means he has okigbe ?

He dodged am now and said give me the gun

Lol..

Atiku is the new Jet Li. Isn’t God wonderful?

I’m sure nah stick Atiku take guide all the imaginary bullets..

Jet Li Atiku

Greatbits:
This story reminds me of an artiste called Jazzman Olofin

What about James Bond?

Obiedun:
He dodged am now

And they would not have fired more shots?

RichBoy247:


He has more than five. The serial fornicator and unrepentant adulterer has no shame

All because he's an opponent to your personal lord and savior who has caged this nation since assuming office

And we no hear anything… he needs to tell us date and time


He doesn’t even need a lie detector

Obaaderemi2:
And they would not have fired more shots?

Baba be James Bond now. , actor cannot die

RichBoy247:


He has more than five. The serial fornicator and unrepentant adulterer has no shame

He said he hid his wife and kids and came out with his chest out and told them to shoot him

bcomputer101:
Assassination Attempt: I hid my wife and children in wardrobe and stepped forward, they shot at me but missed – Atiku

According to sahara reporters newspaper, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has recounted a chilling assassination attempt while delivering a keynote address at the American University of Nigeria (AUN) convocation ceremony for the graduating class of 2025. The elder statesman, who is also the founder of AUN, shared the experience as a lesson in courage and resilience. According to him, the attack took place in Kaduna State, where gunmen opened fire on him but missed. In a tense moment, he said he ensured the safety of his family before confronting the assailants.
“I hid my wife and children in a wardrobe and stepped forward to confront the attackers. They shot at me but missed. I stood up and demanded, ‘Why did you fire?’ That’s what courage looks like,” Atiku said, drawing applause from the audience. The statement, both bold and reflective, underscored the tone of his address, which emphasized facing adversity without fear.

Reflecting on Nigeria's political history, Atiku highlighted a significant episode from the military era when he was offered a governorship position without going through an electoral process. He said he rejected the offer, choosing instead to pursue leadership through democratic means. “When we resisted military dictatorship, they offered me a governorship without an election, I rejected it. In 1999, I earned it the right way and became Vice President,” he told the graduates.

The speech served as a powerful blend of personal experience and national history, aimed at inspiring the graduating class to embrace values such as integrity, resilience, and moral strength. Atiku encouraged the students to remain grounded in principles, regardless of the circumstances they may face. “I’ve faced tribulations. I’ve been hunted, but I never wavered,” he said, urging the graduates to hold firm to their convictions as they step into the next phase of life.

Atiku also stressed the virtue of patience as a powerful tool for those aspiring to make meaningful change. “Patience is not weakness. It is a weapon of the wise,” he said, reflecting on his decades-long journey through Nigeria’s turbulent political terrain. His message resonated strongly with the students, many of whom are preparing to enter a challenging job market and a complex global landscape.

In a moment of tribute, Atiku recalled the strength of his late political mentor, General Shehu Musa Yar’Adua, particularly during the period he was sentenced to death under military rule. “His blood pressure was normal on the day of his scheduled execution. That’s a soldier. That’s courage,” he said. The anecdote served to further illustrate the theme of unyielding resolve and dedication to principle, no matter the cost.

The ceremony was not just a celebration of academic achievement but also an opportunity for reflection on leadership, national service, and personal character. Atiku’s address stood as a compelling call to action for the graduates to lead with purpose and integrity. Through his recollections and reflections, the former Vice President provided a window into Nigeria’s political evolution and a blueprint for responsible citizenship in the years ahead.

Source: http:///s562f01aa250518en_ng?link=1&client=opera

Custom deals gone bad!!

QuinQ:


He said he hid his wife and kids and came out with his chest out and told them to shoot him

might be truth

QuinQ:
But he has 5 wives. Which one did he hide in the closet?

Titilayo atiku

Barefaced lying is one of signs of identifying a Nigerian politician

Father of plenty, how big is your wardrobe?

Senior man

RichBoy247:


He has more than five. The serial fornicator and unrepentant adulterer has no shame

Please me wise for once. Atiku is a rich Muslim and from the North....5 wife's is legal for him

Stepped out to confront like James bond

QuinQ:
But he has 5 wives. Which one did he hide in the closet?

Exactly the question that came to my mind. Maybe it was when he still had one. Although, Nigerian politicians are famous for their ability for unintelligent lies.

seunlayi:


Please me wise for once. Atiku is a rich Muslim and from the North....5 wife's is legal for him

I thought they said it's 4?

Mabuggi88:

All because he's an opponent to your personal lord and savior who has caged this nation since assuming office

What kind of opponent if not a very undesirable one? Bro forget Tinubu's matter for a second. Atiku na bad market.

Are some of you not bothered he tried to ruin the already very fragile unity of Nigeria with his 2023 attempt to be President which, if he had won, would mean Fulanis ruling Nigeria for like 16 unbroken years?

Atiku is a very dangerous man. The sort, like Hitler etal, that destroy nations and many lives because of their selfishness and messiah complex. Should hatred of Tinubu blind you to what Atiku is?

Obiedun:
What about James Bond?

Or Jackie Chan?