Kwankwasiyya, Obidient Movement Criticize Atiku's Stance

The Kwankwasiyya Movement and the Obidient Movement have publicly criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his opposition to a southern presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. Habibu Muham, a spokesman for the Kwankwasiyya Movement, described Atiku's position as an insult that deepens regional divisions in Nigeria.

He accused Atiku of promoting sentiments that undermine national unity and fairness in political representation. The movements argue that power rotation between the north and south should be a fundamental aspect of Nigeria's political consciousness.

Ken Asogwa, the national publicity secretary of the Labour Party, stated that Atiku's argument is flawed, as the 2023 presidential election has already disproven the notion that a southern candidate cannot win. Yunusa Tanko, a coordinator for the Obidient Movement, also criticized Atiku's stance, asserting that it ignores the complexities of Nigeria's voting behavior.