Just in: Atiku Reveals First Option for 2027 ADC Presidential Primary
- Atiku Abubakar has promoted consensus as the primary option for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential selection
- The Former Vice President said direct primaries will follow if the consensus approach fails among the ADC presidential aspirants
- The 2023 People's Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate emphasized that consensus is crucial for saving Nigeria's democracy
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FCT, Abuja - Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, said consensus will be the first option for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential primary ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Atiku said if the presidential aspirants refused to work with the consensus option, they would adopt the direct primaries option.
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He stated this during an interview on Arise News on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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The 2023 People's Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate insisted that consensus is the first option as far as the party is concerned.
“The first option for the ADC presidential primary will be consensus. If it doesn’t work, we’ll go for direct primaries.”
He discarded the claim that the consensus option will be problematic, stating that it is the best option to save democracy in Nigeria.
Atiku described other presidential aspirants in the party as mature and experienced politicians.
Nigerians react as Atiku speaks on ADC primary
Adamu M Abdullahi
Una no serious oo
Direct primaries mean Tinubu has won for the second term
Zia Usman Zulkifl
The owner of ADC has spoken. Chairman and other stakeholders can kiss his a$$.
Aliyu Makama Ibrahim
This formidable team shows that if one Soldier is down, the Others will be gallantly ready to take over the battle. Therefore, as they hold on to El-rufai in captivity, other free Soldiers like Atiki, Amechi, Kwankwaso, Obi, and others will surely take over the Frontline.
Sodiq Ademola
The landlord has spoken, gbam!
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2027 elections: Atiku takes swipe at Tinubu
Recall that Atiku criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, describing its performance as disappointing.
The former vice president has raised concerns over governance and economic direction during a recent media appearance.
His remarks have added to the ongoing political debate as opposition voices have intensified ahead of the 2027 elections.
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Atiku speaks on supporting Peter Obi
Meanwhile, Legit.ng also reported that Atiku signalled his readiness to support aIf within the African Democratic Congress coalition.
Speaking on Arise Television’s Prime Time, Atiku stressed that unity and consensus remain the coalition’s priority.
He confirmed he would step aside for any winner, including Peter Obi, if chosen by the coalition.
Source: Legit.ng
