Gbajabiamila: ‘National Assembly Stands Thoroughly Exposed’ – Atiku
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has demanded an urgent probe of all parties, including the Central...
Atiku Abubakar
| Current Party | Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) / ADC Coalition |
| Title | Former Vice President of Nigeria (1999–2007) |
| Current Status | Declared 2027 Presidential Candidate |
Atiku Abubakar (GCON) is Nigeria’s former Vice President and a perennial heavyweight in the country’s political landscape. Known as the “Waziri of Adamawa,” Atiku has been a leading voice in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) since its inception.
In early 2026, Atiku made headlines by officially declaring his intention to run for the presidency in 2027, dismissing calls to step aside for younger candidates. He is currently a key architect of the proposed “Mega Party” alliance involving the ADC and other opposition blocs. This tag provides the latest news on Atiku’s political travels, his stance on the 2026 Electoral Act Amendment, and his strategic maneuvers to reconcile factions within the opposition before the next general election.
Atiku Demands Full List Of ₦501Billion Power Bond Beneficiaries
The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Atiku Abubakar, has asked the federal government to publish the beneficiaries of the...
Atiku Not ADC Presidential Candidate – Party Faction Names Another Flagbearer
A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by its National Chairman, Nafiu Bala Gombe, has dismissed claims that former Vice...
2027: Atiku Appoints Kenneth Okonkwo As Spokesperson
The 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has appointed veteran Nollywood actor and politician, Kenneth Okonkwo, as...
‘I Have Never Thought My Party Would Lose An Election’ – APC Chieftain, Gadji
The Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Navy, Hon. Yusuf Gagdi, has dismissed suggestions that only opposition politicians were strategising...
ADC Submits Atiku, Amaechi’s Name, Particulars To INEC Portal
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has successfully uploaded the names and particulars of its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and his running mate,...
‘Unfortunate Event’ – Atiku Reacts To Lagos Floods
The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has commiserated with the people of Lagos State affected by the...
‘Gbajabiamila Should Be Suspended’ – Atiku Tells Tinubu Over Alleged Bribery Scandal
The 2027 Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has demanded the suspension of President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of...
Eze Slams Wike Over Plan To Stop Atiku’s 2027 Ambition
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has condemned the recent statement credited to the Minister of the...
Atiku Alleges Plot To Stop ADC From 2027 Poll
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has alleged a fresh plot by elements in the ruling establishment to keep the African Democratic Congress...
Atiku Returns To Nigeria (Photos)
Former Vice President and 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has returned to Nigeria after an overseas...
Tinubu Behind Attempt To Deregister NDC – Atiku
Former Vice President of Nigeria and Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has described the attempt to deregister...
2027: I Don’t See Atiku Getting 10% In Any Southern State – Udenta
Former National Secretary of the defunct Alliance for Democracy (AD), Professor Udenta Udenta, has shared his opinion on the race for Nigeria’s...
To Suggest Suffering Is Exaggerated Is Mockery To Millions Of Nigerians – Atiku Fires Presidency
The Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has berated President Bola Tinubu’s government over remarks aimed at downplaying...
What’s The Difference Between Asiwaju, Peter Obi? – Desmond Elliott Speaks On Switching Political Camps
The lawmaker representing Surulere Constituency 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Desmond Elliott, has expressed reservations over politicians’ switching political...
Bail Not An Instrument Of Punishment – Atiku Blasts El-Rufai’s Continued Detention
Former Vice President and Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the continued detention of former Governor...
‘Stepping Down Not Weakness’ – Atiku’s Aide Asks Tinubu To Resign
The media adviser to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, Paul Ibe, has asked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to...
Amaechi Doesn’t Need To Announce Acceptance Of Vice Presidential Candidate Nomination – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stated that former Rivers State governor, Rotimi Amaechi, remains the party’s vice presidential candidate. Naija News...
Tinubu Will Not Govern Nigeria Again, Atiku Will Never Rule This Country – Ex Governorship Candidate
Former Enugu State Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) governorship candidate, Chris Agu has shared his view on Nigeria’s political future, saying the country...
ADC: ‘Why Atiku Is Yet To Officially Unveil Amaechi As VP Candidate’
Media aide to the 2027 presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, Abdulrasheed Shehu, has said his principal’s joint...
