2027: Why Atiku named detained El-Rufai deputy campaign chairman — Dele Momodu

Vanguard News | 25-09-2026 07:01pm |

Dele Momodu, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has explained that Nasir El-Rufai was appointed deputy chairman of Atiku Abubakar's 2027 presidential campaign council despite being in detention. Momodu said the appointment recognizes El-Rufai's political sacrifice and his influence in Northern Nigeria, particularly the Northwest. He spoke during an interview on Channels Television's Morning Brief on Friday. Atiku unveiled the campaign council on Thursday, naming Kashim Ibrahim-Imam as chairman and El-Rufai as deputy chairman.

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