Former Vice President and leading presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed confidence in the future of Nigeria’s democracy, declaring that “democracy has come to stay” in the country.
Atiku made the statement on Monday shortly after casting his vote at the Ajiya Ward Polling Unit in Jimeta, Yola, Adamawa State, during the ADC’s nationwide presidential primary election.
The exercise, conducted simultaneously across 8,809 wards in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, witnessed a significant turnout of party members participating in the internal democratic process.
Speaking after voting, the Waziri Adamawa commended ADC members for the impressive turnout, describing it as a strong indication of confidence in the party’s democratic process.
“The large turnout of voters is a clear indication of how party members are willing to participate in the ADC internal democratic processes,” Atiku said. “I have no doubt that democracy has come to stay.”
Voting at the Ajiya Ward polling unit commenced shortly after Atiku arrived from Abuja. He was joined by fellow presidential aspirants, Rotimi Amaechi and Mohammed Hayatudeen.
Earlier, the Returning Officer for the ward, Hon. Umar Jada, announced that Ajiya Ward had unanimously endorsed Atiku’s candidature. At the conclusion of the exercise, 3,220 votes were recorded in favour of the former Vice President.
The peaceful conduct of the primary and strong participation by party members are seen as positive signs for the ADC as it prepares for the 2027 general elections.
