Atiku shops for VP candidate in S’East, S’South, may zero in on ex-gov

Sunnewsonline | 01-06-2026 04:58pm |

Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), is actively engaged in nationwide consultations to identify a suitable vice presidential candidate for the upcoming 2027 general elections. Sources affiliated with his campaign have indicated that the search is both urgent and ongoing, with a particular focus on candidates from the South-East and South-South regions of Nigeria. Among the potential candidates being considered is a former governor, although no final decision has yet been made. The consultations reflect Atiku's strategic approach to solidifying his ticket ahead of the elections.

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