Atiku Abubakar, a prominent member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), an opposition alliance, has agreed to step down in favour of a younger presidential contender in 2027.
Under the ADC, Atiku stated that he would be willing to give up on his presidential aspirations in favour of a younger, more appealing candidate.
In a Wednesday interview with BBC Hausa Service, the former vice president revealed this.
Atiku claimed that his motivation for running in 2027 is to offer Nigerians a viable alternative rather than to further his own goals.
The former vice president urged younger Nigerians to get involved in politics, emphasising that he would support them wholeheartedly if they were chosen to run for president.
Atiku refuted allegations that he was desperate to win the presidency, stating that his main goal was to free Nigeria from its captors.
“My being in the 2027 race does not prevent anyone from contesting. If a vibrant and widely accepted younger candidate emerges, I am willing to step aside,” he said.
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