2023 Presidency : Atiku Formally Declares Intention

Posted by Nwa Diokpa Latest Headlines, News Across Nigeria Thursday, March 3rd, 2022

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has formally announced his intention to join the presidential race ahead of the 2023 general elections.
According to a video that has since gone viral, Atiku, who lost to President Muhammadu Buhari in the 20219 presidential elections, announced this during a meeting with some stakeholders.
The former VP stated that his decision was due to the need for good governance in Nigeria, saying that he has all it takes to salvage the country from the numerous challenges facing it.
He said, “We are in one of the trying and tough times in our history in this country. Poverty, insecurity, joblessness, and insecurity.
“There has never been a time when Nigerians need serious leadership than now.
“PDP is in a better position to offer Nigerians that desirable leadership. That is what I want to offer. I want to offer solutions to our problems.
“I have the experience in the lower and highest level. As a vice president of Nigeria, I made much progress in national transformation.
“As a businessman, I have solved Grassroot problems by creating jobs for thousands of people.”