Atiku Open To Supporting Peter Obi If PDP Zoned Presidency To South-East In 2027

Atiku Open To Supporting Peter Obi If PDP Zoned Presidency To South-East In 2027

Former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has declared his readiness to throw his weight behind Peter Obi if the party decides to zone the presidential ticket to the South-East for the 2027 elections…..read also Just In: Atiku Abubakar Pays Condolence Visit To Former Niger Governor, Babangida Aliyu (Photos)

In a recent interview with BBC Hausa, Atiku reiterated his commitment to abide by the party’s decision, stating, “If the party decides that it’s the turn of the South-East and Peter Obi is chosen, I won’t hesitate to support him.”

Addressing his recent meeting with Peter Obi, Atiku described it as a routine gathering among opposition members, emphasizing its importance for Nigerian democracy.

He also expressed openness to the possibility of a merger among opposition parties, emphasizing the potential for collective action to achieve common goals.

Responding to concerns about how the choice of presidential candidate might affect merger discussions, Atiku dismissed the notion, asserting that the issue wouldn’t pose a challenge.

On his continued involvement in politics, Atiku emphasized the need to address the challenges facing Nigeria, affirming his commitment to making the country a better place.

Regarding his potential presidential ambition for 2027, Atiku deferred to the decision of his party, highlighting that it’s ultimately up to the party to determine the path forward in the next election.