Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has given a condition under which he would not contest the 2027 presidential elections.
Atiku, who recently dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), hinted that he would contest the presidential primary of the ADC ahead of 2027 general elections.
He, however, stated that is open to stepping aside for a younger aspirant if he loses the presidential primary on the ADC platform.
The former Vice President disclosed this while speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa on Wednesday, saying it was too early to conclude on the political dynamics of 2027.
The 2023 PDP presidential candidate in the 2023 elections said it is too early to confirm whether he will contest but stressed that uniting the opposition under the ADC is his current priority.
“This is only the beginning. Our priority is to establish the party and gain a strong following.
“If I run for office, and a young man defeats me, I will accept that.
“The party we have joined now prioritises youth and women.”
He dismissed speculations that he might “double-deal” between the ADC and PDP, insisting, “No, I’m not known for that. If I say I am going one way, I will go that way.”
