Former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has made it clear that his political journey is not simply about chasing the presidency. Instead, he insists, the focus is on building a better Nigeria.
Speaking in Lagos on Saturday at an affirmation ceremony where notable figures from the PDP and Labour Party formally crossed over to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku, represented by Prof. Ola Olateju of Achievers University, Owo, framed the coalition as more of a national movement than just another political party.
“Atiku Abubakar’s plan is to build a better Nigeria. So, it’s not about him being the president. It’s about having a government that will deliver for Nigerians,” Olateju stated.
From PDP to ADC
Atiku, alongside other opposition leaders, recently resigned from the PDP to join the ADC. The move comes at a time of rising economic hardship, subsidy removal, and inflation, leaving many Nigerians disillusioned with the country’s political class.
The former PDP leader believes the ADC coalition could become a credible alternative, aimed at repositioning Nigeria and restoring confidence in governance.
No “Desperate” Presidential Bid
In a political climate often fueled by personality clashes and desperate ambitions, Atiku’s message was striking:
“The point is a better Nigeria, not Atiku for president at all costs, not Obi for president at all costs. Whoever picks the ticket shall represent the collective voice and aspiration of Nigerians.”
According to him, the ADC’s 2027 presidential candidate will emerge through a free and fair process, reflecting the will of the people rather than the ambitions of individuals.
A Call for Collective Effort
Atiku urged Nigerians to support the coalition, expressing confidence that with unity, collective effort, and divine guidance, the ADC could deliver the competent and compassionate leadership the nation desperately needs.
For many observers, this marks a defining moment in Nigeria’s political history. Is this simply another alliance destined to fade, or could it truly reshape the nation’s political future? Time will tell, but Atiku’s emphasis on “Nigeria first” may just strike a chord with citizens yearning for change.
