Akume: Atiku Supported Rotational Presidency Decision

On June 12, during a press conference in Abuja, George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, stated that Atiku Abubakar was involved in the decision for a rotational presidency in Nigeria, which emerged after the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential elections. Akume noted that the annulled elections, won by Chief Moshood Kashimawo Abiola, were regarded as the freest and fairest in Nigeria's history.

He highlighted the necessity of reaching political decisions to preserve national unity and strengthen the democratic foundation of the country. Akume recalled discussions among political leaders, including late Chief Solomon Lar and Alhaji Adamu Ciroma, regarding power shifts within the People's Democratic Party (PDP).

He expressed confidence in Nigeria's democratic institutions, particularly the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and emphasized the importance of conducting fair elections to prevent future annulments. Akume concluded by reflecting on the lessons learned from the June 12 experience, advocating for the supremacy of the people's will in a democratic society.