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ADC Suspends Atiku, Babachir Lawal Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

Daily Dispatch April 13, 2026

The Adamawa State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the suspension of former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, alongside former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, over alleged anti-party activities. The announcement was made by the party’s

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ADC Crisis Deepens as Atiku, David Mark Faction Reportedly Returns to PDP Bloc

Daily Dispatch April 9, 2026

Fresh developments in Nigeria’s opposition politics suggest growing turmoil within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), as a faction aligned with Atiku Abubakar and David Mark is reportedly seeking political refuge within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Sources indicate that the group, after facing internal challenges within the ADC, has gravitated toward a PDP bloc

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Daily Dispatch April 6, 2026

Ex-Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has hired Washington-based lobbying firm Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., with $1.2 million, 12-month deal to boost his reputation in the United States. Documents filed with the U.S. Department of Justice show the contract was signed on March 9 and 10, 2026, by the firm’s managing partner, Karl Von Batten, and Nigerian politician Fabiyi […]

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ADC Crisis: Setback or Strategic Blunder for Atiku, Obi, Others?

Daily Dispatch April 2, 2026

By Olumide Bajulaiye The unfolding crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) is less a “technical knockout” and more a brutal lesson in political impatience. At first glance, the situation does look devastating for figures like Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, Rauf Aregbesola, and Rabiu Kwankwaso—all seasoned politicians who, in different ways, have

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Atiku Demands Release or Trial of Detained Kaduna Cleric

Daily Dispatch March 26, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged authorities to immediately release Kaduna-based Islamic cleric Sheikh Sani Khalifa Zaria or arraign him in court, condemning his continued detention without trial as unconstitutional. The cleric has reportedly been in custody since December 2025 over alleged links to a coup plot but has yet to be formally charged. […]

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Atiku Abubakar Condoles with El-Rufai Family Over Death of Hajiya Safiya Ali Rufai

Daily Dispatch March 20, 2026

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed his condolences to the family of Nasir El-Rufai following the death of Hajiya Safiya Ali Rufai, a respected matriarch who passed away on Sallah day. In a statement, Atiku described the late Hajiya Ali Rufai, fondly known as Aunty Safiya, as a compassionate figure who played a central […]