Atiku Abubakar Urges ADC to Choose Competent Candidate for 2027 Elections
2027 elections: Atiku speaks on who ADC should consider as presidential candidate

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Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has called on the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to select a competent presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. He emphasizes the need for experience and strategic thinking to address Nigeria's economic challenges and defeat the incumbent president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
- 01Atiku Abubakar stresses the importance of selecting a candidate with national appeal and experience to address Nigeria's economic issues.
- 02He warns against sentiment-driven choices, advocating for strategic thinking to ensure electoral success.
- 03Atiku highlights his own track record as Vice President during a reform-oriented period as evidence of his preparedness.
- 04The ADC is urged to present a credible candidate rather than one driven by popularity on social media.
- 05Internal disputes within the ADC coalition have impacted candidates like Peter Obi, who has clarified his position regarding Atiku.
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Atiku Abubakar, the former Vice President of Nigeria, has urged the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to select a presidential candidate for the 2027 elections who possesses competence, courage, and a national reach. In a statement released on May 24, 2026, Atiku emphasized that this election is crucial for Nigeria, which faces economic collapse and institutional decay. He warned against choosing candidates based on sentiment, arguing that the ADC must focus on strategic thinking and the ability to unify diverse interests to form a winning coalition. Atiku referenced his own experience during a period of significant economic reform as evidence of his capability to lead. He stressed that elections should not be based on social media popularity but rather on the candidate's preparedness and credibility. Furthermore, he highlighted the importance of defeating the incumbent president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, by presenting a strong and credible candidate. The ADC has also faced internal challenges, as noted by Peter Obi, who discussed his departure from the ADC coalition due to disputes and legal issues.
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The ADC's choice of candidate could significantly influence Nigeria's political landscape and governance in the coming years.
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