Mr El-Rufai labelled Mr Tinubu’s administration a government of “bandits”.
Mrs Umar said, “So far, 151 bodies have been recovered, 503 households and 264 houses affected, and 3,018 individuals displaced.’’
At the event, Mr El-Rufai, who championed Mr Tinubu’s presidential campaign in 2023, called for a coalition to oust the president from office.
Mr Onanuga said the Tinubu-led government deserves some credit for fuel subsidy removal and exchange rate harmonisation.
Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun State, the host of this year’s National Sports Festival, commiserated with Kano State and the families of victims.
Mr Tinubu, who has touted his security credentials, has brought cold comfort to millions of Nigerians, according to Amnesty International.
Mr Abubakar demanded that the affected examination be retaken in all compromised centres.
In September, Mr Tah will succeed Akinwumi Adesina, who has served two terms of 10 years.
“Today, Nigeria is a nation where the rich get richer, and the poor are punished for trying to survive,” said Mr Abubakar.
“Today, I proudly affirm that our economic reforms are working. We have stabilised our economy and are now better positioned for growth…,” said the president.
