Atiku Reacts to PDP Defections, Says 2027 Election, a Battle Between Nigerians and Present Administration
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has declared that the 2027 elections will be a political battle between Nigerians and the present administration. This statement comes in reaction to the recent defections of Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, and former Governor Ifeanyi Okowa from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Atiku through his verified Facebook handle emphasized that he bears no grudge against anyone, citing freedom of association as a fundamental right in a democracy. Okowa was Atiku's running mate in the last election. Atiku stated, "The coming political battle is not APC versus PDP, or LP versus APC. It is Nigerians versus an administration that has plunged the nation into untold suffering." Atiku highlighted the country's economic struggles, saying, "The economy is in a freefall. Inflation is choking the masses. Jobs are vanishing. Youth restiveness is surging to terrifying levels. Ni...