Atiku Clarifies Statement on Stepping Down in 2027 Presidential Race: "Inaccurate"

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has denied reports that he plans to abandon his ambition to contest the 2027 presidential election, insisting he has not taken any such decision.

The clarification came after sections of the media claimed that Atiku had told the BBC Hausa Service he was ready to step aside for a younger candidate.

The report triggered widespread debate, with some political commentators interpreting it as a sign that the Waziri Adamawa had finally closed the door on his long-running pursuit of the presidency.

His spokesman, Paul Ibe, dismissed the reports as misleading. He said Atiku never declared an intention to quit but simply maintained that it was “not yet time” to formally announce his candidacy.

“It has become necessary to clarify misrepresentations arising from the reportage of an interview granted by His Excellency, Atiku Abubakar, to the BBC Hausa Service by some sections of the media,” Ibe explained.

“After a thorough review of both the video and transcripts, it is evident that at no point did the former Vice President expressly state or imply that he intends to step down for anyone.”

Source: Legit.ng