2027 Election: Atiku Gets Key Endorsement Amid Plots to Sack Tinubu, Details Emerge
- With two years left until Nigeria’s presidential election, a key leader of the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has gotten a major backing
- Atiku Youth Wing declared support for the former vice-president in the next presidential election
- Legit.ng reports that Atiku has contested for the presidency six times, in 1993, 2007, 2011, 2015, 2019, and 2023
Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering politics, elections, and governance in Nigeria.
FCT, Abuja - As Nigerians look forward to the 2027 election, the Atiku Youth Wing has endorsed Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election.
As reported recently by Daily Trust, the group endorsed Atiku as its preferred candidate.
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In a statement, Odih Rowland, the director-general (DG) of the Atiku Youth Wing, stated that the group believes Atiku possesses the leadership qualities and vision required to drive meaningful change in Nigeria.
According to the group, Atiku’s extensive experience in governance, business, and diplomacy makes him the ideal candidate to tackle Nigeria’s complexities.
The group said:
“As we approach the 2027 general elections, our nation stands at a critical juncture. We need a leader who understands our challenges, shares our vision, and has the passion to drive meaningful change. That leader is Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria from 1999 to 2007”.
Furthermore, the group urged all Nigerians to consider the leadership qualities, experience, and vision that Atiku Abubakar embodies.
It said:
“Let us unite behind a leader who shares our aspirations and is committed to building a better Nigeria for all”.
The group enjoined Nigeria to support Atiku as the best option for Nigeria’s future.
Legit.ng reports that Atiku Youth Wing's endorsement comes as key opposition leaders formally announced a coalition aimed at unseating President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
Atiku announced the coalition on Thursday, March 20, 2025. However, several unanswered questions have continued to trail the coalition, which includes many top politicians in the country.
Observers wondered how leaders with differing ideologies, ambitions, and party affiliations would work together to fulfil their promises to Nigerians.
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- “2027 election will disappoint multitudes,” prominent evangelist shares prophecies
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2027 election: Cleric predicts Goodluck Jonathan's fate
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that the spiritual leader of Christ Deliverance Ministries (CDM), Lagos, Prophet Ekong Ituen, said ex-President Goodluck Jonathan "should not be tempted to contest the 2027 election".
In a prophecy shared on his known Facebook page, Ituen said Jonathan would suffer defeat in the poll if he decided to throw his hat into the ring.
Apart from Jonathan, Prophet Ituen shared projections about other political figures and platforms.
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