Atiku claims Obasanjo has no electoral value ahead of 2027 polls

Atiku Abubakar, ADC presidential candidate, stated former President Olusegun Obasanjo possesses 'no electoral value,' arguing Obasanjo couldn't win his own state or Southwest in 1999 without Northern (Arewa) support. Speaking to newsmen Wednesday, Atiku said he wasn't bothered by Obasanjo's lack of endorsement, noting their relationship deteriorated after leaving office in 2007.

Atiku framed his past opposition to Obasanjo's third-term bid as constitutional defense, not personal loyalty. He highlighted his vice-presidential record of appointing young Nigerians to government roles—many now governors, ministers, and directors—promising continued youth opportunities if elected president in 2027.

The public rebuke underscores shifting 2027 election dynamics as former allies become rivals. Atiku positions himself as a youth empowerment alternative to Obasanjo's legacy, urging voters to evaluate candidates based on future-oriented leadership rather than historical patronage networks. With electoral realignments underway, this rhetoric signals intensifying competition for Nigeria's political future.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/20/obasanjo-has-no-electoral-value-atiku/