Atiku Wins ADC Presidential Ticket

Atiku Abubakar has emerged as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for Nigeria’s 2027 general election after defeating two rivals in the party’s primary.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar secured the ADC presidential ticket on Wednesday night after defeating former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi and former banker Mohammed Hayatu-Deen in the party’s primary election.

The result was announced through a statement shared on the official X page of the African Democratic Congress. According to the figures released by the party, Atiku recorded a commanding victory with 1,855,787 votes, while Amaechi received 509,397 votes and Hayatu-Deen secured 180,903 votes.

“Atiku defeats Amaechi, Hayatudeen to secure ADC Presidential Ticket.

“Final result: Atiku 1,855,787, Amaechi 509,397, Hayatudeen 180,903. Total votes cast in the election: 2,546,457. Total party membership for the election: 3,113,599. Congratulations to Waziri Atiku,” the statement read.

The ADC presidential ticket contest followed the party’s decision to adopt a direct primary system after attempts to produce a consensus candidate reportedly failed. Party leaders had initially explored the option of using an affirmation process but later opted for direct primaries to comply with provisions of the Electoral Act 2026.

The victory positions Atiku Abubakar as the flagbearer of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 presidential election campaign. Political observers are expected to closely watch how the party builds momentum following the outcome of the primaries.

The election also highlighted growing internal competition within the party, with all three aspirants attracting significant support during the process.

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