The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) has assured Nigerians that its presidential candidate, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, will provide a physically present and responsive presidency if elected in 2027. This statement comes against the backdrop of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's ongoing vacation and continued absence from Nigeria.
According to Director of Media and Publicity of the PCC, Kola Ologbondiyan, Atiku Abubakar has consistently demonstrated an understanding of Nigeria's economic and social challenges and proposed policy interventions aimed at addressing them. During the 2023 presidential campaign, Atiku advocated for a phased approach to the withdrawal of fuel subsidy, arguing that the process should not impose excessive pressure on Nigerians.
Ologbondiyan emphasized that the experience of the past three years has reinforced the need for a presidency that is accessible, responsive, and capable of taking timely decisions in the national interest. He stressed that Nigeria cannot afford a situation where there is uncertainty over who is effectively directing the affairs of government at critical moments.
The country requires firm and focused leadership, according to Ologbondiyan, who said Atiku's commitment to governance would be anchored on confronting the nation's economic difficulties, improving the welfare of citizens, and restoring confidence in public institutions. Atiku's recent economic proposals focus on reducing the burden of rising energy and living costs.
The leader of the Atiku Unity Movement (AUM) delegation, Hon. Francis Eburuwe, expressed the group's full commitment to the Atiku project and their determination to mobilize Nigerians around the need for a change in the country's political direction. Eburuwe said the movement would take the message of Atiku's candidacy to Nigerians across the country.
Eburuwe expressed confidence that an Atiku administration would address the challenges facing the nation and improve the welfare of citizens. The AUM's endorsement of Atiku's candidacy is seen as a significant boost to his campaign.
Atiku's pledge to be a physically present president resonates with many Nigerians who are concerned about the country's leadership and governance. His campaign's focus on addressing economic challenges and improving the welfare of citizens is expected to be a major plank of his 2027 presidential bid.
Key points
- Atiku Abubakar promises to provide a physically present and responsive presidency if elected in 2027.
- Atiku's campaign focuses on addressing Nigeria's economic challenges and improving the welfare of citizens.
- The ADC presidential candidate advocates for a phased approach to the withdrawal of fuel subsidy.
