The Digest:
Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has confirmed his intention to run for president in 2027. He vowed to rescue Nigeria from what he described as its “ICU” condition, driven by poverty, corruption, and a lack of accountability.
Key Points:
- Atiku disowns statements made by his representative, Prof. Olateju, clarifying his position on the presidency.
- He emphasized that his goal is not personal but focused on fixing Nigeria’s systemic issues.
- Atiku will be 81 years old at the time of the 2027 election, but remains determined to lead.
- He is confident that his coalition, the ADC, will cause an upset in the 2027 elections.
- Atiku believes the current administration’s failures have left Nigeria in a state of degeneration.
- Despite his past defeats, Atiku pledges to continue the fight for the presidency until his health permits.
- His 2027 campaign promises to unite Nigerians for change and address the country’s deepest challenges.
Atiku’s 2027 presidential bid promises a determined effort to reform Nigeria, challenging the status quo and offering a path toward national recovery.
Sources: TheCable, Punch, Premium Times.
