2027 Elections: Atiku Mentions What Opposition Must Do to Take Back Nigeria from Tinubu
- In a significant twist of events, former vice president Atiku Abubakar has revealed what must be done by the opposition parties to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election
- Atiku also issued a warning to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding an alleged one-party state under Tinubu's watch
- Paul Ibe, media aide to Atiku, spoke weeks after the former VP vowed that the newly adopted ADC coalition party would take over power from Tinubu
Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on Nigeria’s opposition parties to unite and put their house to reclaim the country in the 2027 general elections.
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Opposition must provide alternatives for Nigeria - Atiku
Atiku made this call after the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum declared that the opposition is currently in disarray and stressed the need for a united front to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Speaking on Thursday, August 14, the media adviser to Atiku, Paul Ibe, told Vanguard in Abuja that the opposition must prioritise unity and patriotism to provide an alternative leadership capable of addressing Nigeria’s socioeconomic and political challenges.
He commended the Southern and Middle Belt Leaders Forum for their patriotic stance and noted that their call for unity reflects a desire to save Nigeria’s democracy from sliding into a one-party dictatorship.
“What they have said is indicative of their level of patriotism. It shows clearly that they have the interest of Nigeria and Nigerians at heart. They understand that unless and until you have a very united opposition, it’s going to be difficult to have a viable platform to oust the APC,” he stated.
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Atiku warns against one-party state ahead of 2027
Ibe emphasised that the forum’s statement highlights the frustration of Nigerians with the current state of the nation, urging the opposition to mobilise citizens and provide leadership that can rebuild the country.
“The leaders of these zones have shown clearly that they are amenable to joining hands with the opposition to oust the APC and provide an alternative government.
“It behoves the opposition to put itself together because the people are waiting, available, and prepared to work with us.”
He further warned against the APC’s attempts to establish a one-party system, describing it as a threat to Nigeria’s democracy.
“The Tinubu administration is trying to railroad all of us into a one-party dictatorship, and that’s not democracy.
“We need to save this democracy that is at risk and provide leadership that ensures good governance.
“The people are prepared to work with the opposition. It is important that we join hands together to make the job of ousting the APC easier,” Ibe added.
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“ADC will take over power," Atiku declares
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Atiku Abubakar assured that the newly adopted coalition party, the African Democratic Congress (ADC), will challenge Bola Tinubu in the 2027 election.
Atiku stated this recently and maintained that Nigeria "can never be a one-party state," hence the need for the ADC to unseat Tinubu and the ruling APC in 2027.
The former VP and presidential hopeful explained how the ADC dominated Nigeria's political landscape within three weeks of its adoption by the coalition.
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