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The Digest:

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has assured the Yoruba people that their interests will be at the center of his governance if elected President in 2027. In a statement aimed at dispelling ethnic concerns, Atiku highlighted his longstanding personal ties to the South-West, including his marriage to his first wife, Titi, a Yoruba woman.

Key Points:
  • Atiku pledged to prioritize Yoruba interests in policy-making if elected.
  • He dismissed fears of Hausa-Fulani domination as “unfounded.”
  • Cited has been married to Titi, a Yoruba woman, since the 1970s.
  • Described the Yoruba as his “larger extended family and in-laws.”
  • Referred to his wife as his “Jewel of Inestimable Value.”
  • Emphasized his detribalized nature and diverse friendships.
  • The South-West is seen as a key battleground for the 2027 election.
  • Atiku finished second in the 2023 presidential election.
As political alignments begin to form, promises of inclusion echo—yet trust remains the true currency of electoral storms.

Sources: Punch Nigeria