ATIKU DENIES REPORTS OF PRESSURE TO STEP DOWN FOR SOUTHERN CANDIDATE IN 2027 RACE
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has dismissed claims that he was pressured to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race in favor of a southern candidate. The speculation arose after Atiku and other prominent politicians, including Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi, joined forces under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the upcoming elections.
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Key Points:
– Denial of Pressure: Atiku denied attending any meeting where he was asked to step down for a southern candidate, calling the reports baseless.
– Opposition Coalition: The ADC has become a platform for opposition leaders to unite and potentially field a strong candidate against President Tinubu in 2027.
– Speculation and Politics: The emergence of the coalition has sparked intense speculation about potential candidates and the dynamics of the 2027 presidential race .
Atiku’s denial underscores the complexities of Nigeria’s political landscape as the country approaches the 2027 elections. The opposition’s ability to present a united front could play a crucial role in shaping the political future of Nigeria.
“Let it be known: No amount of propaganda, planted stories, or faceless briefings will fracture the resolve of the opposition coalition. We are united, focused, and determined to rescue Nigeria from the clutches of this rudderless government.
“We want to remind the ruling party that Nigerians have already embraced the ADC as the most credible and viable opposition platform ahead of 2027. The massive and growing support that the ADC continues to enjoy across the country is not just encouraging – it is a clear signal that the Tinubu administration is living on borrowed time.
“We call on Nigerians and the media to treat the so-called “statement” with the contempt it deserves. It bears no attribution, no credibility, and no truth.”
