Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has secured victory in the African Democratic Congress presidential primary held in Osun State. Abubakar won decisively with 12,321 votes, defeating Hayatu Deen Muhammed, who polled 4,000 votes, while former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi finished third with 679 votes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The primary results, announced by the organizing committee, showed Abubakar sweeping all 30 local government areas in the state. His strong performance underscores his influence within the party and positions him as a major contender ahead of Nigeria\u2019s 2027 general elections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Supporters celebrated the outcome as a sign of momentum for Abubakar, who has long been a prominent figure in Nigeria\u2019s political landscape. They argued that his victory demonstrates broad grassroots support and strengthens his case as a credible challenger to the ruling party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Critics, however, questioned whether the ADC can provide a viable platform for Abubakar\u2019s presidential ambitions, noting that Nigeria\u2019s political environment is often dominated by larger parties. They suggested that alliances and coalitions may be necessary to translate primary success into national victory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Political analysts observed that the contest highlighted shifting dynamics within Nigeria\u2019s opposition, with figures like Amaechi and Muhammed also vying for relevance. The outcome, they said, reflects the growing competition among established politicians seeking alternative platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ADC leadership hailed the primary as a transparent and inclusive process, emphasizing its commitment to internal democracy. With Abubakar\u2019s win, the party now faces the challenge of consolidating support across Nigeria as preparations intensify for the 2027 presidential race.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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