Atiku possesses knowledge to reposition the country – Senator
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At a glance
- Senator Austin Akobundu stated that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar possesses the necessary experience and knowledge to govern Nigeria effectively.
- Akobundu believes Abubakar's leadership would bring greater inclusion and opportunities to the South East region.
- He cited Abubakar's past role in economic reforms and the strong support shown at a recent presidential primary as indicators of his potential success.
Senator Austin Akobundu of Abia Central Senatorial District has endorsed former Vice President Atiku Abubakar for the presidency, asserting that Abubakar holds the key to repositioning Nigeria. Akobundu highlighted Abubakar's extensive experience in governance, national unity, and economic management as crucial qualities needed to address the country's challenges.
Atiku remains one of the most experienced politicians in Nigeria, with deep knowledge of governance, national unity, and economic management, all qualities urgently needed to reposition the country.
Akobundu emphasized that Abubakar's leadership would ensure greater inclusion and opportunities for the South East, a region he believes requires a leader committed to equity, fairness, and national integration. He recalled Abubakar's significant contributions to economic reforms during the Olusegun Obasanjo administration, which fostered growth and stability.
The South East would enjoy greater inclusion and opportunities under an Atiku-led administration, stressing that the region needs a leader who appreciates equity, fairness, and national integration.
The senator pointed to the substantial turnout for Abubakar at the recent ADC presidential primary as evidence of the party's and supporters' continued optimism about his electoral prospects. Akobundu's remarks underscore a strong belief in Abubakar's capacity to restore stability and development across Nigeria.
The massive turnout recorded by Atiku in the recently concluded ADC presidential primary was a clear indication that party members and supporters remain optimistic about Atiku’s chances.
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