ADC Ticket Drama: Obi In, Atiku Out after 25 Years of ‘Marabout’ Politics
The ADC’s surprise move to welcome Rabiu Kwankwaso has left Atiku Abubakar on the sidelines. What seemed like a widening alliance now looks like a deliberate shift away from the former vice-president’s long quest for the presidency. Atiku’s journey has often been described as ‘marabout-inspired’—a metaphor for his decades of alliances, rebrands and relentless bids. From vice-president to serial contender, each defeat led to fresh deals, new backers and revived hopes. Peter Obi stands in stark contrast. His 2023 run under the Labour Party showed a break from elite bargaining. His youthful, urban appeal now challenges Atiku’s endurance model and fuels talk of an Obi/Kwankwaso ticket that meets constitutional zoning. As the next election cycle unfolds, both camps face hurdles. Can Obi’s promise of frugality and reform overcome lingering doubts? And will Atiku’s network adapt or fade into history? The answer will shape Nigeria’s political landscape.
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