Babachir claims Atiku rigged ADC primaries - Presidency calls it 'scary'

Former SGF Babachir Lawal resigned from the African Democratic Congress on Monday, June 1, 2026, alleging that presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar massively manipulated the party's recently concluded primary elections. According to Lawal, results at all levels were "just written or rewritten to favour him and his coven" to ensure Kachalla Abubakar Atiku's victory.

Presidential spokesperson Daniel Bwala responded on X, calling Lawal's comments "scary and will undermine the national security of Nigeria." Bwala claimed this exposes opposition leaders' plans to remove President Tinubu in 2027, stating they had portrayed themselves as a "coalition sent by God to rescue Nigeria" but their true intentions are now revealed. The presidency maintains that "the choice for 2027 has never been more clearer" and Tinubu remains "the best candidate."

This political development raises significant questions about election integrity in Nigeria's political landscape, with major parties facing internal conflicts that could impact voter perceptions ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Will these allegations strengthen or weaken public trust in the electoral process?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/06/02/what-babachir-lawal-said-about-atiku-scary-presidency/