Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed readiness to shelve his presidential ambition in 2027 if a younger, vibrant, and widely accepted candidate emerges under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
Atiku made the disclosure during an interview with BBC Hausa Service on Wednesday, stressing that his interest in the 2027 election is not driven by personal ambition but by the need to provide Nigerians with a credible alternative.
The former PDP presidential candidate urged young Nigerians to take active roles in politics, assuring that he would throw his full weight behind any youthful contender capable of uniting the country.
“I am not desperate for the seat of the president. My concern is rescuing Nigeria from those who have held it hostage,” Atiku stated.
He added: “My being in the 2027 race does not prevent anyone from contesting. If a vibrant and widely accepted younger candidate emerges, I am willing to step aside.”
