Atiku Clears Air On OPL Dispute
In Abuja, the media office of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has defended its position on the OPL 245 matter, saying it is based on public records and legal facts.
The response followed comments by Lateef Fagbemi suggesting opposition voices were politically driven.
The statement, issued by aide Paul Ibe, said concerns raised about the oil block stem from documented evidence, including filings linked to Malabu Oil and Gas Limited.
It added that questions over the reported settlement remain valid, as some stakeholders were not involved and legal cases are still ongoing.
According to the statement, raising such issues is part of civic duty and not political rivalry.
It maintained that OPL 245 remains a sensitive national asset with a long history of disputes and global attention, making transparency necessary.
The former vice president’s camp also stated that he has no personal interest in the oil block and is only pushing for due process.
It urged authorities to address the legal concerns instead of dismissing them, insisting that respect for the rule of law must guide all actions.


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