The Digest:
Former Chairman of the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has declared his intention to run for president under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in 2027, joining a heavyweight field that already includes Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi. In a statement, Hayatu-Deen said his decision was driven by deepening economic hardship and insecurity, warning that "food prices keep going up, petrol prices keep rising."
Key Points:
- Hayatu-Deen warned Nigeria spends more on ransoms than on equipping security forces.
- He said the government has looked away while Nigerians bear the burden of bad policies.
- His focus would be on stabilising the economy, restoring security, and rebuilding trust.
- He called for ADC unity, warning that the party's chances depend on staying united.
- Hayatu-Deen brings over four decades of economic and policy experience.
His entry intensifies the contest for the ADC presidential ticket as the party positions itself as the main opposition coalition.
Sources: Vanguard News
