Arise News– morning show in a recent episode quickly derailed into heated discussion between the Senior Media Assistant to the Minister of Aviation, Michael Achimugu, and the show’s panelists, Rufai Oseni, Dr. Abati, and Ayo. The focal point of the conversation was the ongoing controversy surrounding former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s academic credentials and his political ambitions. Mr. Achimugu, who is also the author of the article titled “THE ATIKU-GATE,” shared his unique perspectives on the matter.
The Two Perspectives
As the Arise News morning show panel started with question from Rufai Oseni, Mr. Achimugu began the conversation by acknowledging his role as the Senior Media Assistant to the Minister of Aviation, stating, “I now work with Festus Keyamo in the capacity that I have announced.” However, he quickly shifted the discussion to the heart of the matter – Atiku Abubakar’s educational background.
He expressed two key perspectives on the issue. First, he emphasized that the only authority capable of verifying the authenticity of the president’s studentship and graduation from Chicago State University (CSU) is CSU itself. Mr. Achimugu pointed out that both journalists and Atiku Abubakar had written to the school in an attempt to obtain clarification on the matter.
His second perspective centered on the Supreme Court’s role in interpreting the evidence before it. Mr. Achimugu stressed that public opinion should not play a significant role in shaping the court’s decision, citing the stance of U.S. courts and the Chief Justice of Nigeria on this matter. He refrained from offering a personal opinion, highlighting that the court would ultimately decide the outcome.
The Moral High Ground
One of the most striking elements of Mr. Achimugu’s interview was his assertion that Atiku Abubakar lacks the moral high ground to challenge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. He expressed his disbelief at individuals who support Atiku’s quest while claiming to be anti-corruption.
Mr. Achimugu reminded the audience of Atiku Abubakar’s own questionable past, including his association with the FBI regarding bank accounts flagged in the U.S. He questioned the basis for anyone supporting Atiku and challenged the selective amnesia regarding his alleged involvement in corruption.
Arise News Panelists’ Response
During the interview on Arise News, Ayo, one of the show’s panelists, questioned Mr. Achimugu about who he was referring to when insinuating that someone was working to advance Atiku’s agenda. Before allowing him to respond, Ayo implied that Mr. Achimugu was deviating from the main issue.
Mr. Achimugu maintained his stance, emphasizing that he had only presented two perspectives and that the Supreme Court would ultimately decide the matter. He reiterated that it was not his place to preempt the court’s decision.
A Misunderstanding
The interview took an unexpected turn when Dr. Abati erroneously claimed that Mr. Achimugu had appeared on his show in the past. Dr. Abati also suggested that the President had quickly altered his Wikipedia page to include the controversial name “Adekunle” on one of his NYSC certificates.
Mr. Achimugu promptly corrected Dr. Abati, saying, “Dr. Abati, to make a quick correction, I have never been on your program before.” He denied any knowledge of the Wikipedia edits and clarified that Wikipedia pages could be edited by multiple individuals, dismissing the notion that the President was personally involved.
Wikipedia Controversy
As the Arise News Panel could not determine who edited the Wikipedia page, Opitan Global Media (OGM) discovered a tweet from a Twitter handle referred to as @adeolafayehun, a popular YouTuber, claiming to have edited Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Wikipedia page, changing the name to “Bola Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu.” However, the authenticity of this claim remained uncertain, as the YouTuber in question is known for her comedic content and might have been poking sarcastic joke at the president.
In conclusion, Michael Achimugu’s interview on Arise News provided a platform for discussing the ongoing Atiku-Gate controversy, with Mr. Achimugu highlighting the need for due process and questioning Atiku Abubakar’s moral standing in his pursuit of the presidency. The interview shed light on the complexities of the issue and the challenges in verifying educational credentials in the midst of political debates.
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