ADC leader denies party is backing Atiku Abubakar
Chille Igbawua of the Action Democratic Congress has rejected claims that the party is being used to advance the ambitions of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. Speaking in a televised interview, Igbawua emphasized that no special preference has been given to Atiku Abubakar within the party. He also noted that Atiku Abubakar has expressed willingness to support any other candidate who wins the party’s presidential ticket. Recent defections from the ADC were addressed, with Igbawua stating that the party’s candidate selection process remains transparent and open.
Key takeaways
- Chille Igbawua dismissed suggestions that the ADC is a special-purpose vehicle for Atiku Abubakar.
- He stated that Atiku Abubakar has not received special treatment and is open to supporting whoever wins the party’s presidential ticket.
- The recent defections of Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso were attributed to internal litigations and a challenging political climate.
- Igbawua said he would not question the reasons given by the defecting politicians and affirmed the party’s transparent candidate selection process.
- He expressed surprise at the defections but maintained that the ADC’s issues are being addressed and should not concern aspiring members.
