Atiku Abubakar
Tracked across 35 events · 527 articles · First seen Dec 06, 2025 · Last active May 28, 2026
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Domestic
Impact: Atiku Abubakar resigned from his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Nigeria — Adamawa State, a decision that may be politically motivated due to his father's political affiliation and his own potential political ambitions.
Mar 02, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Impact: Atiku Abubakar engaged Von Batten-Montague York to enhance his reputational standing in the United States and counter the Nigerian government's lobbying narratives. This move positions him for the 2027 presidential election.
Apr 05, 2026 · 25 articles
Domestic
Atiku Abubakar's Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication, Phrank Shaibu, dismissed speculations that Atiku Abubakar's recent trip to Morocco was for political meetings ahead of the 2027 general election in Nigeria. Shaibu clarified that Atiku…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar's aide clarified that his trip to Morocco was for a personal wedding ceremony, not for political meetings, amidst speculation regarding his political activities.
May 10, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has officially submitted his presidential nomination forms to the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress for the 2027 presidential election. This move signifies a major step in his political…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar has officially submitted his presidential nomination forms for the 2027 election, marking a significant step in his political ambition to lead Nigeria.
May 14, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu, accusing it of 'weaponizing hunger and poverty' through the distribution of food palliatives in Northern Nigeria. Atiku Abubakar, through his Senior…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar criticized the current administration's food distribution as a political strategy, arguing it weaponizes hunger and undermines democratic values.
May 01, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar is undertaking a visit to the United States to engage with policy and institutional stakeholders. The purpose of his visit is to draw international attention to what he describes as…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, is visiting the United States to draw international attention to Nigeria's worsening security, economic hardship, and declining governance standards. He aims to engage policy and institutional stakeholders in the US.
May 03, 2026 · 17 articles
Domestic
Aisha Galadima, a chieftain of the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress, is urging former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar to join the party to unify opposition forces ahead of the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. Galadima warned…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice-President of Nigeria, is being urged to join the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress to unify opposition, but his camp denies any plans of defection, potentially impacting the opposition's unity for the 2027 elections.
May 05, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly criticized the administration of President Bola Tinubu for its slow and underwhelming response to renewed anti-immigrant tensions and xenophobic threats in South Africa. Atiku Abubakar highlighted that while…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar criticized the Nigerian government's slow response to xenophobic attacks in South Africa, advocating for stronger action and leadership.
May 17, 2026 · 11 articles
Domestic
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has strongly condemned the continued detention of Nasir El-Rufai, the former Governor of Nigeria — Kaduna State, describing it as 'cruel, unjustifiable, and deeply troubling.' Atiku Abubakar has urged President…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has publicly condemned the continued detention of Nasir El-Rufai and called for his immediate release, citing concerns about civil liberties and political persecution.
May 15, 2026 · 25 articles
Domestic
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president and presidential candidate, urged the Nigeria — Independent National Electoral Commission to reconsider the 2027 election dates due to the Ramadan clash, highlighting concerns about voter participation and inclusivity.
Feb 14, 2026 · 18 articles
Domestic
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep concern over the escalating violence in Nigeria — Plateau State, Nigeria, describing the recurring attacks as organized terrorism and a failure of the government's security response. He…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has raised concerns over the escalating violence in Nigeria — Plateau State, criticizing the government's response and calling for urgent action.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the worsening insecurity in Nigeria following the death of former House of Representatives member, Nigerian National Assembly delegation from Jigawa. Nigerian National Assembly delegation from Jigawa was abducted…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, condemned the worsening insecurity in Nigeria following the death of Nigerian National Assembly delegation from Jigawa, blaming the Bola Tinubu administration for its failure to protect lives and property.
May 12, 2026 · 9 articles
Business
The NNPC (NNPC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Chinese firms, Sanjiang Chemical Company Limited and Xinganchen (Fuzhou) Industrial Park Operation and Management Co. Ltd, for a Technical Equity Partnership (TEP) to…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has called for the immediate suspension and public scrutiny of the deal, raising concerns about transparency and the technical competence of the Chinese firms.
May 04, 2026 · 47 articles
Domestic
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President, resigned from the Nigeria — People s Democratic Party and aligned with the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress coalition.
Dec 06, 2025 · 7 articles
Domestic
Timi Frank, former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Nigeria — All Progressives Congress, has alleged a plot by top government appointees and the presidency to eliminate former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai. Frank claims…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President and chieftain of the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress, accused the Nigerian federal government of selective injustice and called for the immediate release of Nasir El-Rufai.
May 17, 2026 · 8 articles
Domestic
Murtala Sule Garo has been confirmed and sworn in as the new Deputy Governor of Nigeria — Kano State, following his nomination by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. This appointment fills the vacancy created by the…
Impact: Murtala Sule Garo is reported to have family ties to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, which adds to his political profile.
Apr 22, 2026 · 33 articles
Domestic
Impact: Atiku Abubakar's emergence as the Nigeria — People s Democratic Party's presidential candidate in 2023 led to Nyesom Wike's support for Bola Tinubu, contributing to the party's internal divisions.
Dec 09, 2025 · 16 articles
Domestic
Mohammed Hayatudeen, a renowned economist and banker, has formally picked up the presidential nomination form for the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress for the 2027 general elections in Nigeria. He is the first aspirant to…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar is mentioned as a potential presidential aspirant for the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress, though he has not officially picked up the nomination form.
May 08, 2026 · 8 articles
Domestic
A Nigeria — Federal High Court of Nigeria in Abuja has indefinitely adjourned a suit filed by Nafiu Bala Gombe challenging the leadership of the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress under David Mark and Rauf…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar is mentioned as a key political figure potentially involved in the opposition coalition, whose political realignments could be affected by the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress's internal issues.
May 08, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Peter Obi, a former presidential candidate, announced his resignation from the Nigeria — African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Sunday, May 3, 2026. He cited deepening internal crises, external interference, and a 'toxic' political environment as…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President, was also explicitly stated by Peter Obi not to be the reason for his departure, indicating no personal grievance.
May 03, 2026 · 46 articles
Domestic
The Nigeria — African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused governors from the ruling Nigeria — All Progressives Congress (APC) of allegedly diverting over N800 billion from Nigeria — Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) funds to…
Impact: Atiku Abubakar's media adviser, Paul Ibe, commented on the alleged fund diversion, urging citizens to hold themselves accountable if they re-elect those responsible.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Peter Obi shares the national opposition stage with Atiku Abubakar, with both fi
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