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‘Panic Reaction to Atiku’s Plan’ — ADC Mocks FG’s $1bn Social Fund
Daily Trust
Aug 27, 2026 · 17:41 WAT
The African Democratic Congress characterised the Federal Government’s proposed $1 billion social protection fund as a response to Atiku Abubakar’s campaign position on reversing subsidy policy. The claims concern fiscal support and subsidy reform, both of which could influence household purchasing power, inflation and the broader Nigerian equity market.