Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has indicated he would be willing to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race if Peter Obi secures the African Democratic Congress, ADC, ticket.
Atiku made the disclosure during an interview on Arise News on Wednesday evening, April 15, where he addressed questions surrounding the party’s anticipated presidential primary.
Both Atiku and former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi, are widely viewed as leading contenders for the ADC ticket, alongside other prominent figures such as Rabiu Kwankwaso and Rotimi Amaechi.
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When asked directly whether he would step down if Obi clinches the party’s nomination, Atiku responded, “Yes, I will step aside for any winner.”
Pressed further on whether his position also applies to Obi, Atiku said, “Of course, if he is a contender, why not?”
Responding to concerns about whether stepping aside for a former running mate might prove difficult, Atiku dismissed such suggestions, emphasising democratic principles.
He said, “What is difficult there? It is democracy. It is either you go through consensus or you go through election. You emerge through consensus or emerge through the electoral process.”