Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stated that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is the only political party capable of steering Nigeria out of its current economic and security challenges.
Atiku made the remarks during the inauguration of the ADC’s new office in Jalingo, Taraba State, following his official defection to the party on Monday—just 17 months ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to the former VP, his experience across multiple political parties, including the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), revealed that none of them had the capacity to address Nigeria’s pressing problems.
“We have tasted other parties, and they brought insecurity, hunger, poverty, and unemployment,” Atiku said.
He also urged residents of Taraba to participate actively in the ongoing continuous voter registration, emphasizing that the process is crucial for achieving change.
“ADC will win Taraba State and Nigeria as the only reliable political party,” he added.
Before joining ADC, Atiku had been a prominent member of the PDP, leaving the party in July due to irreconcilable internal differences.
In response, Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing Edo North and former APC National Chairman, challenged Atiku’s assertion, claiming the former VP lacks the ability to fix Nigeria.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Oshiomhole argued that Atiku’s long struggle to stabilise the PDP undermines his claim.
“If Atiku, as a former vice president under PDP, could not strengthen or lead his own party, how can he claim he can fix Nigeria?” Oshiomhole questioned.
He also noted that Atiku’s exit from APC was prompted by his failure to secure the party’s presidential ticket, adding that his inability to build PDP demonstrates he cannot fix the country.
The event also saw the presence of ADC National Chairman and former Senate President David Mark, who, along with other party officials, welcomed Atiku and highlighted the party’s growing influence nationwide.
