Babachir Lawal Resigns from ADC, Criticizes Atiku

Babachir Lawal, the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, announced his resignation from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), citing alleged irregularities in the party's recent primaries that favored Atiku Abubakar. Lawal accused the primaries of being manipulated at various levels to alter electoral results, replacing individuals loyal to him with those aligned with Atiku.

He expressed strong disapproval of Atiku's candidacy, arguing that it undermines the interests of the northern political leaders who supported him despite the region's economic and security challenges. In response, Bayo Onanuga, a spokesman for the presidency, mocked Lawal's resignation and his criticisms of Atiku, framing it as a setback for the former vice president.

This exchange highlights the ongoing tensions within Nigerian politics as the 2027 general elections approach.