
The Digest:
Paul Ibe, media adviser to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has claimed his principal merits a Nobel Prize for his persistent pursuit of Nigeria’s presidency. Defending Atiku’s repeated candidacy, Ibe emphasized the former vice president’s sense of obligation to a nation that provided him with education and opportunity, while detailing his wealth and contributions even before entering government.
Key Points:
- Atiku Abubakar’s aide says he deserves a Nobel Prize for presidential ambition.
- Paul Ibe stated that Atiku has officially contested the presidency three times.
- He emphasized Atiku’s belief that he still has much to offer Nigeria.
- Ibe revealed that Atiku single-handedly bought the PDP headquarters, Wadata Plaza.
- Atiku was reportedly a billionaire before becoming vice president in 1999.
- The former VP is widely expected to run again in the 2027 elections.
- Ibe described Atiku’s motivation as gratitude for Nigeria’s opportunities.
Sources: Vanguard News