Atiku, Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen Obtain ADC Presidential Forms

Atiku, Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen Obtain ADC Presidential Forms

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, and economist Mohammed Hayatu-Deen have officially secured presidential nomination and expression of interest forms of the African Democratic Congress ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, Bolaji Abdullahi, confirmed on Friday that the three aspirants had already obtained the forms as preparations intensify for the party’s presidential primary.

“Yes, the three of them — Atiku, Amaechi and Hayatu-Deen — have obtained the forms,” Abdullahi disclosed.

The ADC fixed the cost of its presidential expression of interest and nomination forms at N90 million, making it one of the most expensive presidential tickets ahead of the 2027 elections.

Hayatu-Deen officially signed and collected his forms on Friday from the party’s National Organising Secretary, Chinedu Idigo, while outlining his vision for the country if elected president.

In a statement issued shortly after obtaining the forms, Hayatu-Deen said the 2027 election must focus on restoring national security, reviving the economy, creating jobs and reducing the rising cost of living confronting millions of Nigerians.

“Nigerians are tired of living in fear. They are tired of watching businesses struggle, jobs disappear, and the cost of basic necessities rise beyond what ordinary people can afford,” he said.

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“This election cannot be about politics as usual. It must be about how to secure our communities, rebuild confidence in the economy, create jobs at scale and make life more affordable for millions of Nigerians.”

He further stressed that insecurity remains one of the biggest obstacles to economic growth in Nigeria.

“We cannot build prosperity in an atmosphere of fear and instability. Security is the foundation upon which every strong economy is built,” he added.

The emergence of Atiku and Amaechi in the ADC presidential race has generated fresh political attention due to their longstanding influence in Nigeria’s political landscape.

Atiku, who served as vice president between 1999 and 2007, was the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in both the 2019 and 2023 general elections. He has remained active in opposition politics and has recently intensified consultations with political stakeholders amid coalition talks aimed at challenging the ruling APC in 2027.

Amaechi, a former governor of Rivers State and ex-chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, was one of the leading presidential aspirants of the APC during the party’s 2022 primary election won by President Bola Tinubu. Since leaving office as transportation minister, Amaechi has continued political consultations across several regions.

Political observers believe the entry of both politicians into the ADC presidential process could significantly reshape opposition politics ahead of the next election cycle, particularly if broader coalition discussions materialise.

The ADC recently gained increased visibility following reports that several opposition figures were considering the platform as a possible alliance vehicle ahead of 2027.

Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission has already unveiled the timetable for the 2027 general elections.

According to INEC, presidential and National Assembly elections will hold on January 16, 2027, while governorship and state House of Assembly elections are scheduled for February 6, 2027.

The electoral commission also stated that party primaries and resolution of internal disputes are expected to take place between April 23 and May 30, 2026.

The ADC said the sale of presidential expression of interest and nomination forms would run from May 6 to May 13 as aspirants continue consultations nationwide.

Atiku, Amaechi, Hayatu-Deen Obtain ADC Presidential Forms