2027: Atiku finally speaks on dumping PDP

2027: Atiku finally speaks on dumping PDP

 

 

Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, has publicly refuted claims that he has resigned from the party.

 

The former vice president, who has been a prominent figure in Nigerian politics for decades, addressed the rumors through a statement issued by his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, on Thursday.

 

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The statement, which was aimed at clarifying the situation, called out the fabricated claims and urged Nigerians, especially his supporters, to dismiss them as baseless. It also addressed inquiries from concerned Nigerians and the press, who had raised questions following the circulation of the rumors.

 

“We ordinarily would not waste words on faceless social media platforms like the so-called ‘Adamawa Happenings.’ However, in light of inquiries from concerned Nigerians and credible members of the press, we are compelled to set the record straight,” the statement began.

 

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It went on to assert, “His Excellency Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria (1999–2007) and Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has not — we repeat, has not — resigned from the PDP. He remains a steadfast, bonafide, and loyal member of the party.”

 

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Atiku’s camp pointed out that the origin of the rumors was a Facebook page spreading false information, which they described as a politically motivated attempt to sow confusion. The statement further accused political operatives of using the fabricated story to disrupt Atiku’s political standing and cause division among his supporters.

 

“This is not just fake news — it is a crude, shameless political hatchet job,” the statement read. “It is a calculated attempt to mislead the public and sow discord among the millions of Nigerians who look to Atiku Abubakar for direction and leadership.”

 

The former vice president’s statement emphasized that these rumors were not to be taken seriously, labeling them as “malicious fabrications” with no basis in fact.

 

Atiku’s allegiance to the PDP, the statement concluded, remains unwavering, and he continues to be dedicated to the democratic ideals of the party and the aspirations of the Nigerian people.

 

Atiku Abubakar has long been a significant force within Nigerian politics, and this public clarification is seen as a step to reinforce his commitment to the PDP and reassure his supporters amidst the circulating rumors.