Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally submitted his presidential nomination forms at the national secretariat of the African Democratic Congress in Abuja, signaling his readiness to contest the 2027 presidential election.
Atiku announced the development on Thursday through a post on his verified X handle, where he described the move as a major step towards rescuing Nigeria from its current challenges and restoring prosperity to the country.
According to the former Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, his ambition goes beyond politics, stressing that the movement is driven by a desire to rebuild the nation and rekindle hope among citizens.
He wrote, “The march to restore prosperity and better days to our beloved nation took a firm and decisive step forward today at the national secretariat of our great party, the African Democratic Congress.”
The former Vice President stated that the project was aimed at national renewal and collective progress, insisting that Nigerians must unite to overcome the nation’s difficulties.
“This is more than a political journey; it is a national movement rooted in hope, renewal, and the collective resolve to save Nigeria from despair,” he added.
Atiku also appealed to Nigerians across ethnic, religious and regional lines to support the movement, saying national unity would be critical to achieving meaningful change.
“I call on all Nigerians, regardless of region, faith, or background, to join us in this noble cause. Together, we will restore the promise of our nation and bring good times back again,” he stated.