Atiku Abubakar

Nigeria began presidential election campaigns on Wednesday, with incumbent President Bola Tinubu seeking re-election against a fractured opposition. The vote is scheduled for Jan. 16 alongside parliamentary elections, amidst widespread anger regarding the nation's economic and security crises. Critics argue that poor implementation of massive economic reforms has resulted in extreme hardship, though some analysts suggest the split opposition might benefit Tinubu.

Presidential campaigns have begun in Nigeria, with incumbent Bola Tinubu seeking reelection amid worsening economic and security crises that have generated voter anger. While challenged by many opposition candidates, including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, analysts note that a split anti-incumbent vote could give the president an advantage. Despite his election promises, critics argue that poor implementation of massive economic reforms has led to severe national hardship.

The article discusses the ongoing feud between Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar ahead of Nigeria's 2027 general elections. It highlights the need for a truce between the two former leaders, who previously held Nigeria's central offices.

The Nigerian Presidency urged former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to stop evaluating President Bola Tinubu's administration using 2024 economic conditions, stating that the country's reform program has surpassed its most challenging phase and is delivering measurable outcomes.

The Nigerian Presidency responded to Atiku Abubakar's accusation that President Bola Tinubu's administration is engaging in financial recklessness. The reaction came after Atiku criticized Tinubu's economic and fiscal policies.

The article addresses political disagreements in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for facts over historical data in democratic discourse. It responds to Atiku Abubakar's views on Nigeria's reform journey, with the State Department highlighting the role of context in public understanding.

Shehu Sani states the political rivalry between Olusegun Obasanjo and Atiku Abubakar may persist until one of them dies. The conflict is described as long-running and enduring.

The Appeal Court overturned a judgment that deregistered ADC, Accord, and three other opposition political parties. This decision is seen as a confidence boost for ADC’s presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar and Accord’s Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking re-election in the 15 August off-cycle governorship election.

Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of using the 2026 federal budget to conceal unaccountable spending, citing a significant increase in the Service-Wide Vote (SWV). The alleged surge in SWV involves N12.8trn, which Abubakar claims requires government explanation.

Nigerian opposition parties African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) face de-registration by a court following lawsuits, threatening their challenge to President Bola Tinubu in January’s elections. Experts and party leaders argue the rulings violate judicial procedures and threaten Nigeria’s democracy.

Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President and ADC candidate, has warned of a coordinated attempt by elements within the ruling establishment to use political and legal tactics to prevent the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from appearing on the ballot in the 2027 general election. The warning highlights efforts to exclude the ADC from the election in Nigeria.

Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has returned to Nigeria following a business trip abroad. His return precedes the official unveiling of Amaechi as his running mate.

Following the African Democratic Congress' presidential primary, Atiku Abubakar was selected as the candidate and Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi as his running mate. Atiku is set to be a candidate for the second time in a row.

Bolaji Abdullahi, National Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), stated confidence that the party's presidential ticket of Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi will defeat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election.

Demola Olarewaju, Special Assistant to Atiku Abubakar, criticized Tinubu's administration for economic hardship, suggesting it makes Buhari appear favorable.

Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed claimed that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar could have positioned himself to win the 2027 presidential election if he had supported Peter Obi's 2023 presidential bid instead of contesting against him.

Atiku Abubakar won the African Democratic Congress nomination to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2024 election. The opposition coalition has fractured, with Peter Obi leaving to form the Nigeria Democratic Congress, potentially splitting the opposition vote.