Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reiterated the need for a fundamental re-engineering of Nigeria’s political system to ensure that citizens fully benefit from the country’s democratic process.
At a coalition meeting in Yola on Tuesday, March 25, which brought together members from various political parties, Atiku stressed that Nigeria was no longer heading in the right direction and that urgent reforms were required to save the country from further decline.
Atiku, who was the presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, made his remarks shortly after arriving at Yola International Airport in his private jet at 12:48 pm.
He was warmly received by Senator Ishaku Abbo before proceeding in a long convoy to the American University of Nigeria hotel, where the coalition meeting was held.
In his address, Atiku stated, “We need a new movement that we can use to correct things. If we do not act now, our children will become slaves in their fatherland.”
His comments reflected growing concerns over the state of the nation, as well as the need for a unified political force capable of steering the country back onto a path of progress.
Although Atiku refrained from delving into the specifics of his political plans at this stage, he hinted that he would soon break his silence on the issue, declaring, “It is not yet time for me to speak on the politics of the country, but very soon I will break my silence on my political position and other things that are wrongly going on in the country.”
He urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and work collectively for the nation’s well-being, stressing that the new political movement he envisions would be the saviour of the country.
Atiku also commended Senator Abbo for organising the meeting and pointed out that the large turnout of political party members from across Adamawa State underscored the widespread desire for positive change ahead of the 2027 elections.
Senator Abbo, in his remarks, affirmed his support for Atiku, declaring, “As the former Vice President, you are our party, you are our logo, anywhere you go we will follow you.” His statement highlighted the high level of support Atiku still enjoys within political circles in Adamawa State and beyond.
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