2027: Fintiri’s Defection To APC Won’t Guarantee Tinubu’s Victory, Says Atiku

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Former Vice President and ADC leader Atiku Abubakar said that Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Fintiri’s move to the All Progressives Congress does not ensure President Bola Tinubu’s re‑election in 2027. He framed the upcoming election as a contest between the APC and the Nigerian electorate, emphasizing that politicians may choose any party. Atiku accused the Tinubu administration of using state institutions to intimidate opponents and suggested that defections may stem from pressure rather than genuine support. He highlighted ongoing challenges such as hunger, poverty, insecurity and unemployment, linking them to governance issues. The remarks imply that the defection is unlikely to shift the overall presidential race and that broader voter concerns remain pivotal.

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Reported by 13 sources: the_whistler, The Cable, Punch Nigeria, ripples, Arise News, The Nation, Vanguard, osun_defender, daily_post, The Nation, The Guardian Nigeria, Vanguard, Premium Times. Also confirmed by Blueprint.