Politics
BREAKING: Atiku emerges ADC presidential candidate for 2027
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has emerged as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress for the 2027 general election.
The party announced the result on Wednesday night through its official X account, confirming that Atiku defeated former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, and former banker, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, in the presidential primary election.
According to the final results released by the party:
Atiku Abubakar — 1,855,787 votes
Rotimi Amaechi — 509,397 votes
Mohammed Hayatu-Deen — 180,903 votes
The total votes cast stood at 2,546,457, while the total party membership eligible for the election was put at 3,113,599.
Atiku secured victory with a margin of 1,346,390 votes over Amaechi and defeated Hayatu-Deen by 1,674,884 votes.
The ADC presidential primary process began on May 25, 2026, with party members across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory participating in the exercise.
The party eventually adopted the direct primary method after its leading aspirants reportedly rejected calls for a consensus arrangement.
The outcome officially positions Atiku as the ADC flag bearer ahead of the 2027 presidential election, setting the stage for what is expected to be a major opposition contest against the ruling All Progressives Congress.
Follow Us on Google Discover
PFIPC: Reps clear Gbajabiamila, uncover forged documents
Wike tackles APC governors, accuses Uzodinma, Abdulrazaq of plotting against him
Akwa Ibom Gov’t sparks controversy after describing Akpabio as ‘Acting President’
I think about Tinubu’s re-election everyday, if he loses, Atiku, Obi will deal with me – Wike
Kwankwaso arrives Port Harcourt ahead of 2027 election
Uber announces exit from Nigeria after 12 years
2027: Any LG chairman who fails to deliver victory for APC, Tinubu will lose his seat – Gov Nwifuru
Wike sets 2027 deadline for completion of FCT projects
African Union to launch credit rating agency October 7
Tinubu’s ‘dictatorship’ may end Nigeria’s democracy, SDP’s Adebayo warns
UEFA unveils special debut patches for UCL debutants
Nigeria records 14 fresh Lassa Fever cases – NCDC
NDA publishes 78th regular combatant course admission list
NAF opens 2026 recruitment for tradesmen, non-tradesmen
Five suspects arrested as police recover stolen vehicles in Cross River
NAF opens 2026 recruitment for tradesmen, non-tradesmen
2027: I will review NELFUND, offer debt forgiveness to Nigerian students – Atiku vows
I think about Tinubu’s re-election everyday, if he loses, Atiku, Obi will deal with me – Wike
‘Why can’t Nigerians buy petrol for N441-N872 per litre like, UAE, Angola Sudi Arabia, others’ – Atiku questions Tinubu
On LG Autonomy: I will send funds directly to LGs from Day 1 in office – Atiku vows
Yuguda warns Nigerians against Atiku’s promise to restore fuel subsidy, says its a political bait
2027: APC chieftain resigns, rejects support for Tinubu, Bauchi Governorship candidate
Don’t discuss Atiku’s NYSC certificate case against Tinubu in public – Judge warns lawyers
Tinubu’s effort to secure Trump’s support for re-election has failed – Atiku’s lobbying firm claim
North, biggest beneficiary of my reforms — Tinubu, Arewa Forum, others disagree
Xenophobia: Nigeria will no longer tolerate dehumanisation of its citizens in South Africa — Shettima
Nollywood hit by another loss as Atinuke Kareem dies after prolonged cancer battle
2027: Major Jack picked as Chinda’s running mate in Rivers
How security forces rescued 15 NYSC members, six others from Kogi kidnappers – Police
