Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has rejected the Federal High Court judgment nullifying his emergence as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, insisting that the ruling will not stop his campaign.
Atiku described the judgment as an attempt to weaken the opposition party and derail what he called a growing national movement for political change.
In a statement issued by Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, the former Vice President questioned the timing of the ruling, which came barely a day after thousands of supporters attended the party’s presidential campaign launch in Sokoto.
He said the turnout at the rally reflected the desire of Nigerians for an alternative to the current administration, particularly over the rising cost of living.
“The people of Sokoto came out in their thousands because they are hungry for change and believe in our promise to make life affordable again. What we witnessed in Sokoto is only the beginning. The people of Kebbi will have their say, and so will Nigerians across the country as our campaign moves forward,” he said.
Atiku also dismissed suggestions that his political support was concentrated in Northern Nigeria, arguing that economic hardship was affecting citizens across the country.