Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, has refuted claims that he plans to establish a new political party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The denial was made in response to widespread speculations and reports suggesting Atiku’s involvement in the formation of a new political party.
Reacting to the report, Atiku took to his official X account to clarify the situation, stating that the reports were false and misleading.
Atiku emphasized his commitment to the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and expressed his loyalty to the party, urging the public to disregard the rumours about his purported plans to float a new political party.
He wrote: “I have been inundated with calls from our party members, supporters, and concerned Nigerians regarding the fabricated story in The Nation, Tinubu’s ragtag, alleging my departure from the @OfficialPDPNig. Let me be unequivocal: this is pure mischief, devoid of truth. I reaffirm my unwavering loyalty to the PDP while advocating the swift merger of opposition parties. The urgency of this consolidation cannot be overstated.
“Tinubu’s relentless pursuit of personal agendas at the expense of national governance is glaring. His myopic focus on 2027 betrays a disregard for the pressing needs of the populace. It’s high time he ceased his bumbling escapades and prioritised the welfare of the people.
“My media team is vigorously countering his baseless claims. Let this be a wake-up call to all: the pursuit of power must not overshadow the imperative of effective governance. Together, let us propel Nigeria forward, leaving behind the antics of political charlatans. -AA”
