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Children begging on our streets should trouble every Nigerian, Atiku defends record
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points Atiku Abubakar's record on education has been highlighted in this context, with a focus on his efforts to support vulnerable children. Atiku Abubakar has defended his education initiatives, including the American University of Nigeria and programs for vulnerable children.
Atiku Abubakar has defended his education initiatives, including the American University of Nigeria and programs for vulnerable children. This defense comes after he was questioned about street begging. He emphasized that children begging on the streets should be a concern for everyone.
Further details about his response and the initiatives he has undertaken are available. Atiku Abubakar's record on education has been highlighted in this context, with a focus on his efforts to support vulnerable children.
More information can be found through the provided link, which offers a more detailed account of Atiku Abubakar's defense of his education initiatives and his thoughts on the issue of street begging.
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Published: September 4, 2026 ·
Source: The Punch ·
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