2027: Atiku Delays ADC Membership Card Collection Amid Rumoured Jonathan Comeback

Source:Punch Newspapers (MobilePunch)
August 10, 2025
Nigeria
politics
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Atiku Abubakar
Goodluck Jonathan
2027 election
ADC

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reportedly delayed collecting his membership card from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) amid rumors of a potential political comeback by ex-President Goodluck Jonathan for the 2027 elections. Sources suggest that Atiku is reassessing his political strategy in light of emerging dynamics, particularly the speculated return of Jonathan, which could alter the opposition's approach to challenging the ruling party. This delay has sparked discussions among political analysts about possible alliances or shifts in the opposition landscape ahead of the 2027 polls.

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