Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced a bid for Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election, prompting an analysis by Punch Nigeria that questions whether this is his “last attempt” and labels his recent political manoeuvres as desperate.
Atiku served as Vice President under President Olusegun Obasanjo from 1999 to 2007 and has been a prominent figure in the People’s Democratic Party for more than two decades. His decision to re‑enter the presidential race has drawn scrutiny from political observers and commentators.
The Punch piece notes that Atiku’s campaign strategy appears to rely heavily on coalition building and late‑stage endorsements, moves that critics interpret as signs of desperation in a crowded field of contenders.
It also highlights his recent attempts to secure key party positions and forge alliances, which some analysts describe as desperate political manoeuvres aimed at boosting his electoral prospects.
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, holds a presidential election every four years. The 2027 contest will be a pivotal moment for the nation’s political future, and Atiku’s bid adds a new dimension to the race.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
