Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar says there is a fresh effort to prevent the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from taking part in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Across reports, Atiku frames the allegation as political and legal “machinations” intended to exclude the ADC, asserting that elements within President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government are behind the plan. The claims are attributed to a statement issued through his spokesperson, Phrank Shaibu.
Atiku urges supporters and Nigerians more broadly to reject any attempt to “cherry-pick” which opposition parties are allowed to participate in the election. He argues that the exclusion would undermine democracy and signals that the ADC is being targeted because it is seen as a significant alternative to the ruling party.
While Atiku warns that the move could sow confusion within the opposition, the reports do not include any response or evidence presented by the government or election authorities. The outlets present the allegation as Atiku’s claim and do not independently verify the existence of a plot.
