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Nigeria's ADC picks 2027 presidential challenger today

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • The African Democratic Congress (ADC) will select its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election today via a direct primary.
  • Three aspirants, Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, and Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, are vying for the ticket after declining to step down for a consensus candidate.
  • Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President, is considered the frontrunner due to his extensive political experience, national network, and financial resources.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is set to choose its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election today through a direct primary process. The party's members across Nigeria will cast their votes, with the selection expected to proceed without last-minute changes.

I believe the party will ultimately settle for a candidate capable of attracting votes across the country. Atiku may have lost several presidential contests in the past, but when you compare his political profile with those of the other aspirants, it is clear he holds a significant advantage.

· former PDP chieftainA former PDP chieftain who recently defected to the ADC commented on Atiku Abubakar's frontrunner status.

Initially, the ADC considered an affirmation process, but ultimately opted for a direct primary. This decision came after all three presidential aspirants, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, and former banker Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, reportedly refused to withdraw in favor of a consensus candidate. Party leaders stated that the direct primary method aligns with the Electoral Act 2026.

Attention is now focused on the political strength, national appeal, and perceived weaknesses of the three contenders. Atiku Abubakar, a prominent opposition figure with decades of experience and a vast national network, is seen as a strong contender. He has been instrumental in uniting opposition forces under the ADC, working with party leaders like former Senate President David Mark and National Chairman Rauf Aregbesola to build a coalition against President Bola Tinubu.

Amaechi and Hayatu-Deen are both familiar faces in national politics, but Atiku remains a formidable force that will be difficult for either of them to overcome.

· former PDP chieftainThe same former PDP chieftain elaborated on Atiku Abubakar's competitive edge.

Political analysts and party insiders suggest Atiku's financial power, name recognition, and established political structure give him a significant advantage. "Atiku remains a formidable force that will be difficult for either of them to overcome," one party official noted, requesting anonymity. Another ADC chieftain in the House of Representatives also indicated that the race appears to favor the former Vice President, acknowledging that all three have made significant contributions to Nigerian politics.

All three aspirants have paid their dues in Nigerian politics, whether we acknow

· member of the House of Representatives and ADC chieftainAn ADC chieftain in the House of Representatives discussed the contenders' political standing.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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