A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has pledged to support whoever emerges as the party’s presidential candidate ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Atiku made the declaration during an interview with DW Hausa, stating that he would back the party’s flagbearer regardless of age, including a youth candidate.
“We will support and endorse whoever emerges as the flagbearer. How many are we, three or four? In the PDP, more than ten of us contested,” he said.
The former vice president emphasised that the ADC is increasingly attracting young people, noting that many of those seeking elective positions within the party are youths.
“The youths have taken over the party. Most of those seeking elective positions, from councillor to State Assembly, National Assembly and House of Representatives, are young people. We have always said our party belongs to youths and women,” he added.
When asked if he would support a young presidential candidate, Atiku responded in the affirmative, saying, “Yes, why not?”
He also dismissed concerns that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) could undermine the party, insisting that the ADC continues to gain traction nationwide.
Reflecting on his political journey, Atiku said his focus is now on the future of younger generations.
“Allah has done everything for me. I have brought my sons and grandchildren home. What will be their future and that of their children?” he said.
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