Atiku Vows To Stop Rigging, Backs ADC To Lead Nigeria To Change

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has pledged to resist election rigging and deliver a new kind of leadership through a coalition of opposition leaders under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

He made the commitment after a meeting with political stakeholders from Gombe State, led by former senator and minister, Idris Abdullahi.

Atiku’s message comes as part of ongoing efforts by opposition forces to unite under a common platform ahead of the 2027 general election. The ADC, once considered a fringe party, is now being positioned as the political vehicle for the coalition aiming to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

He pointed to widespread hardship across the country as a result of failed leadership. In his view, Nigeria’s problems are not rooted in a lack of resources but in the inability of those in power to manage them for the benefit of citizens. Atiku insists that it’s time to break the cycle of bad governance that has left millions struggling.

With the ADC serving as the agreed platform, Atiku promised that the coalition would work to bring real improvements to people’s lives. He said the party’s new direction is focused on transparency, accountability, and policies that respond to the needs of Nigerians.

Atiku also highlighted the quality of the interim leadership steering the coalition’s affairs, describing it as a reflection of their readiness to lead with integrity. He said the group is committed to offering Nigerians a credible alternative—one that prioritizes public interest over personal gain.

During the visit, Gombe delegates declared full support for the coalition’s move to adopt the ADC. They reminded Atiku of his past influence in Gombe politics, noting that he helped pave the way for Danjuma Goje’s election as governor in 2003, which they credit as the beginning of the state’s development strides.

This show of support from northern leaders adds weight to the coalition’s growing momentum as it prepares for the 2027 elections. It also sends a message to other regions that the push for a new political order is gaining traction nationwide.

Atiku’s latest remarks follow the official unveiling of the ADC as the coalition’s platform. The move has stirred debate in political circles, especially with former power players now aligning under a party that has never held power at the national level.

As preparations for the next general election continue, Atiku and other opposition leaders appear determined to offer a serious challenge to the APC. Their ability to sustain unity, avoid internal rivalry, and present a clear agenda may determine whether the ADC can truly become a winning force or just another fleeting alliance.