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Atiku Raises Alarm Over Nigeria’s ‘Full-Blown Crisis,’ Takes Concerns to U.S.

Daily Dispatch May 4, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s worsening security and economic situation, declaring that the country is facing a “full-blown internal crisis” that demands urgent attention. In a statement issued Sunday by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, Atiku said his

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Opinion: ADC Crisis Reflects a Deeper Problem in Nigeria’s Political Culture

Daily Dispatch May 3, 2026

By Olumide Bajulaiye The growing noise around the African Democratic Congress (ADC) suggests more than just another party crisis—it highlights a recurring pattern in Nigeria’s political landscape: instability driven by opportunism, weak structures, and shifting loyalties. Allegations of massive spending, internal wrangling, and questionable alliances have once again put

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Jonathan Rebuts Atiku, Defends His Record in Office

Daily Dispatch April 21, 2026

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has responded to criticism from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, maintaining that he did his utmost while leading the country, even as he acknowledged the inevitability of mistakes in governance. The remarks follow Atiku’s recent television interview, where he characterized Jonathan as inexperienced and implied that this

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Atiku Camp Embarrassed as ADC Structure Collapses in Adamawa

Daily Dispatch April 18, 2026

A major political storm has erupted in Adamawa State following a mass resignation of key stakeholders from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), a development many observers say reflects poorly on the influence of Atiku Abubakar within the party’s internal dynamics. At a high-level meeting held on April 18, 2026, at the residence of Mijiyewa Umaru […]

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Wike: Atiku a serial contestant, loser, he will still contest in 2031 … Vows to Deliver Abuja Roads by May

Daily Dispatch April 16, 2026

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, on Thursday, has described former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, as a serial election contestant and loser, who will still contest in 2031. The Minister was responding to comments by Atiku that the current administration has not done anything positive for Nigerians. Wike, who spoke during an […]

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Atiku Declares 2027 Presidential Bid as Final Attempt, Cites Experience Over Age Concerns

Daily Dispatch April 15, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced that the 2027 presidential election will be his final attempt to lead Nigeria, drawing mixed reactions from political observers and citizens. Speaking during an interview on Prime Time on Arise Television on Wednesday, Atiku said, “The 2027 election will be my last outing,” noting that he would be […]