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Atiku Hires US Lobby Firm in $1.2m Push to Shape Image Ahead of 2027

April 6, 2026

Former Nigerian Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has retained a Washington-based lobbying firm in a $1.2 million, year-long effort to bolster his standing in the United States and engage policymakers ahead of Nigeria’s next

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Atiku Pledges to Support Whoever Emerges as ADC Candidate

April 4, 2026

Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar said he would support whoever emerges as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 election, as the party faces a standoff with the

Proposed VAT, Petrol Price Hike Will Deepen Cost-of-living Crisis – Atiku

Nigeria·Security·Top Stories

Atiku: Peace Deals with Bandits Favour Criminals, Not Victims

January 22, 2026

Nigeria’s former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has criticised government negotiations with armed bandits, saying such deals benefit criminals while failing those affected by the violence. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his

Cutting Cost Of Governance: Atiku Questions Tinubu’s Silence On Implementing Oronsaye Report

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#EndBadGovernanceProtest: Atiku Condemns Use of Live Ammunition, Puts UN, ICC On Notice Of Heinous Act

August 4, 2024

Nigeria’s former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, on Saturday night condemned what he described as “the heinous act of using live ammunition on citizens peacefully protesting against bad governance”, as witnessed in Kano

Why I'll Support Obi Presidential Bid In 2027- Atiku

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Why I’ll Support Obi’s Presidential Bid In 2027- Atiku

May 18, 2024

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) stalwart and 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed his openness to supporting a South-East candidate, possibly Peter Obi, in the upcoming 2027 elections. Atiku, in an exclusive

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Atiku Denies Stake In INTELS Amidst Allegations Of Beneficiary Status

December 3, 2023

Former Nigerian Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, denied claims suggesting he retains a stake in INTELS, an oil and gas logistics company he sold in 2020 for $100 million. Responding to allegations linking

Tinubu Govt’s Bankruptcy Claim Vindicates My Electioneering Argument – Peter Obi

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CSU Certificate Saga: Peter Obi Calls On Tinubu To Clarify Identity, Academic Records

October 11, 2023

The Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed his concerns about the impact of the ongoing controversies surrounding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s identity and academic credentials on Nigeria’s global reputation. In

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Election Tribunal: Meet the five judges deciding Tinubu, Obi, Atiku’s fate today

September 6, 2023

In a historic turn of events, a diverse panel of judges has assumed the responsibility of deciding the outcome of the contentious presidential election petitions, offering a fresh perspective on Nigeria’s political

Obi Gives Additional N50m Support To Bishop Shanahan College Of Nursing Nsukka

2023 Elections·News·Politics

Peter Obi Dismisses Alliance Talks With Atiku, Kwankwaso, Pledges Unwavering Commitment to Labour Party

August 22, 2023

Labour Party’s Presidential candidate, Peter Obi has addressed speculation surrounding his alleged discussions with political figures Atiku Abubakar and Rabiu Kwankwaso for a potential alliance to challenge the dominance of the All

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Eid-el-Kabir: Buhari, Atiku, Obi, Otti Seek Love, Unity Among Nigerians

June 28, 2023

As Nigerian Muslims celebrate this year’s Eid-el-Kanbir, also known as Eid al-Adha, Prominent political leaders including the former president, Muhammadu Buhari; ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and the presidential candidate of the Labour

2023 Elections·Politics

Tribunal Dismisses Obi, Atiku’s Application For Live Streaming Of Presidential Election Petition

May 22, 2023

The Presidential Election Petition Court has rejected the application for live streaming of court proceedings of the presidential polls. The petitioners, Peter Obi of the Labour Party and Atiku Abubakar of the

Adeleke Victory: Judiciary Rescued Osun People From Slavery - Shehu Sani

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Adeleke’s Victory: Judiciary Rescued Osun People From Slavery – Shehu Sani

May 9, 2023

Shehu Sani, former Senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, has congratulated Osun State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, on his victory at the Supreme Court.

Ndume’s Removal As Chief Whip: Senate Has Become Tinubu’s Puppet – Atiku

2023 Elections

#NigeriaDecides2023: Atiku Wins Akwa Ibom

February 28, 2023

The Independent National Electoral Commission has declared the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party( PDP), Atiku Abubakar, the winner of the February 25 presidential election in Akwa Ibom State. According to

Atiku Hails Fubara, Says LG Poll Ends Political Intimidation In Rivers

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Atiku Condemns Bandits’ Attacks In Katsina, Seeks Holistic Measure To End Terrorism

February 5, 2023

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has condemned the gruesome killing of people in the Bakori and Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, saying that the

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Pre-election Poll Shows Peter Obi Leading With 85%, Tinubu 10%, Atiku 4%

December 4, 2022

Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, has scored 85 per cent in the second pre-election opinion poll conducted by Prime Business Africa, an independent Africa-focused multi-media organisation. This is the second

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2023 Presidency: Northern Religious Leaders Divided Over Atiku, Obi

December 2, 2022

In the build up to the 2023 presidential election, the political undercurrents engineered by the misgivings about same-faith ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) appear to have created a sharp division

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Fuel Scarcity: Atiku Poised To Tackle Issues Disrupting Supply To Nigerians

November 28, 2022

Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has indicated his preparedness to tackle issues that affect delivery of petroleum products to Nigerians, leading to bouts of scarcity witnessed in

PDP candidate Atiku Abubakar woos Jonathan

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2023: Atiku, Okowa Move To Enlist Jonathan’s Support

November 18, 2022

Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar and his running mate, Dr. Ifeanyi Okowa have visited the former president, Goodluck Jonathan. The duo visited Jonathan in his Abuja residence

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Convoy Attack: Timi Frank Accuses APC Of Plot To Kill Atiku

November 10, 2022

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank has accused the ruling party of planning to assassinate the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji

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Buhari, Atiku Commiserate With Mbazulike Amechi Family

November 2, 2022

President Muhammadu Buhari and the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar have expressed heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Anambra State and Ohaneze Ndigbo on the death

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2023: Atiku Appoints Ex-protocol Officer, Zango As Principal Secretary

November 2, 2022

Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has appointed Ibrahim Zango as his Principal Secretary. Zango’s appointment was announced in a letter personally signed by the PDP’s presidential flag bearer.

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Ogun PDP Chieftain Knocks Fayose Over Comments On Atiku Presidential Bid

October 29, 2022

A leader of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State, Honorable Oladimeji Fabiyi has said the younger brother of former Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose, Issac, acted irresponsibly by attempting to pitch

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2023: Be Mindful Of Fake Promises – Atiku-Okowa

October 24, 2022

The Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign Organization has urged the people of Kano State, to be mindful of the “fake promises”, made by the Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola

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Atiku In Edo Promises To Tackle Insecurity, Improve Education Standard

October 22, 2022

The Peoples Democratic Party Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has said that if elected in 2023, he would work to address issues of insecurity and unite the entire country. Atiku made the pledge

Supreme Court schedules May 26 for ruling in PDP's Case Against Tinubu, Shett

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(Video) Atiku, Tinubu Meet At Kaduna Airport, Crack Jokes

October 18, 2022

Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his counterpart in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar met at Kaduna Airport on Monday where they exchanged pleasantries

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Atiku Pledges To Tackle Insecurity, Create Industrial Hubs In Kaduna

October 17, 2022

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has promised to tackle the challenges of insecurity and restore peace in Kaduna State. Atiku who stated this on Monday at the PDP

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Atiku Condemns Attack On PDP Supporters At Kaduna Rally

October 17, 2022

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar has condemned the attack on PDP supporters at the ongoing presidential campaign rally of the party in Kaduna State. Suspected political thugs reportedly

Outrage As Atiku Says Northerners Need Someone North As President Not Yoruba, Igbo

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Outrage As Atiku Says Northerners Need Someone From North As President Not Yoruba, Igbo

October 16, 2022

The comment of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar that the northerners need a president from the north has drawn wide criticisms on social media with many accusing him of

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Atiku Presidential Campaign Mega Rally Holds Monday In Kaduna

October 16, 2022

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will on Monday, October 17, 2022 hold a mega rally in Kaduna for Atiku Abubakar’s 2023 presidential bid. The announcement was contained in a statement posted on the

Atiku At Uyo Pledges To Rescue Nigeria From Poor Governance

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Wike, Ortom, Makinde, Two Other PDP Governors Absent At Uyo Campaign Flag-off

October 10, 2022

Presidential campaign flag off of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), took place on Monday without the presence of five state governors of the PDP stock and national party officers. The party’s official

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Atiku At Uyo Pledges To Rescue Nigeria From Poor Governance

Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar has pledged his commitment to rescuing Nigeria from shackles of poor governance if elected in the 2023 general elections. Abubakar stated this while speaking during PDP’s official campaign flag-off in Uyo, Akwa

October 10, 2022

Failure Of Intelligence Processing Caused Abuja-Kaduna Train Attack - Obi

Politics·News

Bloomberg Poll Places Peter Obi In Clear Lead, As Campaigns Kick Off

opinion poll conducted by Bloomberg News has placed Labour Party Presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi as the top choice to become next president of Nigeria.

September 28, 2022

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Prove You’re Not Partisan In 2023 – Atiku Charges INEC

Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party and former Vice President of Nigeria, on Thursday asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to seize the opportunity provided by the 2023 general elections to prove its non-partisanship. Atiku in a signed statement also

September 16, 2022

2023 Pre-campaign Poll Puts Peter Obi In 87% Lead; Tinubu, 8.5%; Atiku, 1.8%

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2023 Pre-campaign Poll Puts Peter Obi In 87.9% Lead; Tinubu, 8.5%; Atiku, 1.8%

Labour Party presidential candidate in the Nigeria's 2023 election, Mr. Peter Obi has scored 87.9 per cent in a pre 2023 campaigns opinion poll organised by Prime Business Africa, an independent Africa-focused multimedia news and analysis platform.

September 11, 2022

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Bake Bigger Cake, Not Bigger Debt, Atiku Tells Buhari Govt

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday said the President Muhammadu Buhari-led federal government has no reason to celebrate the reported Gross Domestic Product growth of 3.4 per cent in the second quarter (April- June) of 2022 but should address the country’s

August 30, 2022

Politics·News

PDP Picks Okowa As Vice Presidential Candidate For Atiku

Despite media reports that made the rounds over the selection of Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike as the running mate to Peoples Democratic Party aspirant Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday evening, Delta state Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has emerged as the chosen one Thursday

June 16, 2022

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Wike ‘Poised’ To Become Atiku’s Running Mate For 2023 Presidential Election

Unconfirmed reports on Tuesday evening claim that Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has been selected as the running mate for Peoples Democratic Party Presidential aspirant Atiku Abubakar in the 2023 general elections.

June 14, 2022

2023 Top Three Presidential Candidates: What Wikipedia Say

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UPDATED: Nigeria’s Top 3 Presidential Candidates – What Wikipedia Says About Them

The reality is that governance is a serious business, so must not be left to the whims and caprices of the ‘career politicians,’ anymore. Why? Their sole intent is ‘garbaging’ in and ‘garbaging’ out of our lives. Indeed, the reality lurks us

June 8, 2022

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PDP Will Present Best Candidate As Flagbearer For 2023 Election – Bode George

Former Vice Chairman of the South West zone in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Chief Bode George has assured that the party will produce a credible candidate at the PDP primaries ahead of the 2023 general elections reports Prime Business Africa.

May 24, 2022

Nigeria On Threshold Of History - Atiku Says In Eid-El-Maulud Message

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2023: Northern PDP Elders Dump Atiku After Meeting With IBB

Northern Elders have dumped former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar and adopted former President of the Senate, Bukola Saraki and the Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed as their consensus candidates of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). This was the decision taken by

April 22, 2022

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