- Atiku Visited Me To Discuss Nigeria’s Progress, Dele Momodu Reveals
- Both leaders discussed Nigeria’s progress and nation-building efforts.
- ADC consultations over a 2027 running mate are ongoing.
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has disclosed that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar paid him a visit at his residence in Abuja.
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EKO HOT BLOG reports that Momodu made this known in a post on his social media page, stating that their discussion focused on Nigeria’s development and their shared commitment to nation-building.
Sharing details of the meeting, Momodu wrote, “H.E. Atiku Abubakar this afternoon met with Aare Dr. Dele Momodu at his residence in Abuja. As always, the conversation was centred on Nigeria’s progress and the shared commitment to nation-building. The work never stops.”
The meeting comes at a time of heightened political consultations within the ADC ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Reports indicate that discussions within the party over the selection of a running mate for the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, have intensified and may be nearing conclusion.
According to The Whistler, former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, former Imo State Governor, Emeka Ihedioha, and former Cross River State Governor, Donald Duke, have emerged as leading contenders for the vice-presidential ticket.
Sources familiar with the ongoing consultations disclosed that party leaders are weighing several considerations before making a final decision.
One source said the selection process is being guided by factors such as political influence, regional balance and nationwide acceptability.
“They are looking at different factors, including political strength, regional calculations and acceptability across the country,” the source said.
The latest meeting between Atiku and Momodu has further fueled political discussions as stakeholders continue consultations ahead of the 2027 general election.
