Atiku Denies Reports of Stepping Down for Younger Aspirant in 2027 Presidency

Atiku denied reports suggesting he would step down for a younger aspirant in the 2027 presidential contest. Reports had claimed Atiku planned to support a younger candidate if defeated in securing the ADC ticket.

Atiku's Media Adviser clarified that his recent BBC interview was misinterpreted, emphasizing that Atiku never mentioned stepping aside for anyone. The adviser criticized the misrepresentation and insisted that Atiku had not made any decision to withdraw from the presidential race.