Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has intervened in the ongoing crisis within the party in Jigawa State. He directed rival factions to withdraw all court cases and work together ahead of the 2027 elections. This move aims to promote party unity and progress in the state. Atiku's intervention followed a reconciliation meeting between the two factions, where they agreed to maintain the status quo and accept the list of candidates released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The reconciliation meeting, chaired by Atiku Abubakar, had in attendance the National Chairman of the party, Senator David Mark, and other prominent party leaders. The meeting led to an agreement between the two leaders of the opposing camps in Jigawa – the party's governorship candidate, Senator Sabo Nakudu, and Hon. Bashir Jimbo. They agreed to the terms of reconciliation and signed an agreement to end their legal battles. This development marks a significant step towards resolving the crisis within the party in Jigawa State.
The crisis within the ADC in Jigawa State centered on disagreements over the party's candidates uploaded to the INEC portal. One of the court cases was filed by Nakudu's camp against the Jimbo faction, while the Jimbo camp instituted a case challenging Nakudu's eligibility to contest the governorship election. The cases were filed over allegations of irregularities in the primary election that produced Nakudu as the party's governorship candidate. Atiku's intervention paved the way for the two camps to resolve their differences and close ranks.
According to Hon. Ali Tukur, a member of the ADC National Executive Committee and North-west Organising Secretary, Atiku Abubakar expressed his pleasure in witnessing the reconciliation between Nakudu and Jimbo. Tukur stated that political contests could create differences but stressed that the strength of a political party was demonstrated by its ability to reconcile competing interests and unite around a common objective. This, he said, was a significant achievement for the party in Jigawa State.
The agreement to drop court cases and work together is seen as a boost to the party's chances in the 2027 elections. By uniting, the party can focus on presenting a strong front against other political parties in the state. Atiku Abubakar's leadership and intervention have been credited with facilitating this reconciliation. His role in promoting party unity is expected to have a positive impact on the party's performance in future elections.
Tukur emphasized that the party has chosen unity over division and cooperation over acrimony. He reaffirmed that the ADC is one family in Jigawa State, across the 36 states of the federation, and the Federal Capital Territory. This statement underscores the party's commitment to unity and its determination to present a united front in future elections. The reconciliation is also expected to send a positive message to the party's members and supporters.
The intervention by Atiku Abubakar and the subsequent agreement between the rival factions mark a significant milestone in the history of the ADC in Jigawa State. The party's ability to resolve internal conflicts and present a united front will be crucial in determining its success in the 2027 elections. With this development, the ADC is expected to strengthen its position in Jigawa State and make a stronger bid for power in the state.
Key points
- Atiku Abubakar directs rival ADC factions in Jigawa State to withdraw court cases and unite ahead of 2027 elections.
- The reconciliation meeting, chaired by Atiku Abubakar, led to an agreement between Senator Sabo Nakudu and Hon. Bashir Jimbo to end their legal battles.
- The party's unity and cooperation are expected to boost its chances in the 2027 elections.
