Atiku Abubakar Names Chibuike Amaechi as ADC Vice Presidential Candidate

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has tapped ex-Transportation Minister Chibuike Amaechi as his running mate on the African Democratic Congress ticket for the 2027 polls. The pairing follows weeks of tough negotiations within opposition ranks and aims to achieve a North-East/South-South balance. Amaechi had initially denied any VP ambitions after submitting his nomination form, but senior party figures reportedly persuaded him with promises of a key campaign and governance role. Atiku used the announcement to criticize the actions of the APC administration, saying they undermine the legacy of June 12. He urged Nigerians to stand against intimidation and defend democracy amid alleged efforts to weaken opposition parties through defections and misuse of state institutions.

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