2027: Atiku Launches Presidential Campaign, Promises to Tackle Insecurity, Hunger
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has formally launched his presidential campaign in Sokoto State, promising to tackle insecurity, hunger and the rising cost of living if elected president in the 2027 general elections.
Atiku, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), announced the commencement of his campaign on Wednesday, November 4, following his arrival in the state.
In a statement published on his verified X account, the former Vice-President expressed appreciation to supporters who welcomed him to Sokoto, describing the state as a historic centre of faith, scholarship and leadership.
He said Nigerians were tired of hunger, insecurity and what he described as broken promises, adding that his presidential ambition offered an opportunity to address the country’s challenges.
“Nigerians are tired of hunger, fear, and broken promises. Today, they have a choice, a plan, and a leader ready to deliver,” Atiku said.
He pledged to end insecurity across Nigerian communities, restore hope to young people and make the country affordable again.
“The journey to rescue Nigeria begins here. Together, we will win,” he added.
Atiku’s campaign message places security, economic hardship and the welfare of young Nigerians at the centre of his presidential ambition.
His pledge comes amid persistent security challenges in several parts of the country and concerns over the rising cost of food, transportation and other essential commodities.
The former Vice-President is seeking the presidency under the ADC, with former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi serving as his running mate.
The Sokoto campaign launch followed disagreements between the opposition party and the state government over the use of facilities for its political activities.
Atiku had also accused the Department of State Services (DSS) of recruiting protesters to create disturbances ahead of the campaign event, alleging that the disruption could provide grounds for imposing a curfew.
The DSS rejected the allegation, saying its operatives had previously protected the ADC’s governorship candidate in the state, Mannir Dan’iya, during an attack on October 31.
The agency said two of its operatives were injured in the incident and that its Director-General had ordered an investigation into Atiku’s allegation.
Despite the controversy surrounding the preparations, the ADC proceeded with its presidential campaign activities in Sokoto.
The development marks another stage in political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 presidential election, with parties beginning to intensify their campaigns and present their proposed approaches to Nigeria’s economic and security challenges.
