Lagos APC: Atiku’s 2027 bid desperate last attempt

By Olasunkanmi Akoni
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has described former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar’s bid for the presidency in 2027 as a “desperate last attempt” to occupy Nigeria’s highest political office.
The party’s reaction followed Atiku’s confirmation that the 2027 presidential election would be his final bid for the presidency.
In a statement on Saturday, the Lagos APC Publicity Secretary, Seye Oladejo, criticised Atiku’s declaration, arguing that his decision reflected personal ambition rather than a clear vision for the country.
Oladejo also questioned Atiku’s appointment of Kenneth Okonkwo, a former Labour Party campaign spokesperson,...