Atiku Abubakar Gains Northern Support in Political Shift

Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), is reportedly gaining traction in the core North of Nigeria for the first time in his political career. Bashir El-Rufai, son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, shared this information on his X handle.

He stated that this is the first instance where core Northerners are embracing Atiku, attributing this shift to his reputation as the most detribalized candidate among his peers. Bashir emphasized that Atiku's discourse on the fuel subsidy is unsettling the current government, suggesting that it resonates with the realities faced by the populace.

He noted that Atiku's narrative could be a game-changer in the political landscape. Additionally, Bashir mentioned his conversations with his father, expressing admiration for his father's resilience and spirit, and confirmed that Nasir El-Rufai believes the sacrifices made in politics are worthwhile.