The Digest:
In a recent address, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar declared that he would support whoever emerges as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. He emphasized fairness and a level playing field within the party, reinforcing his commitment to the coalition’s unity.
Key Points:
- Atiku pledges to back any candidate who wins the ADC primary, regardless of his own candidacy.
- He spoke at a ceremony welcoming new defectors to ADC in Lagos.
- Atiku emphasized that the party would ensure a free and fair primary process.
- The ADC welcomed top members from the Labour Party (LP) and other political entities.
- Atiku affirmed that the party's presidential candidate would represent all Nigerians.
- The potential frontrunners for the ADC ticket include Atiku, Chibuike Amaechi, and Peter Obi.
- Atiku reiterated that no individual would be imposed as the candidate.
Atiku’s statement highlights the inclusive nature of ADC’s primary process. With multiple strong contenders, the party aims to ensure a democratic and transparent nomination process that reflects the will of the people.
Sources: Daily Post
