2027 Race Intensifies As Atiku Secures ADC Presidential Nomination Receipt

Published May 9, 2026 at 1:11 PM

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially received the payment receipt for his African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential nomination form ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The development was announced by the African Democratic Congress in a post shared on its official account on Saturday.

According to the party, payment for the ₦90 million presidential nomination form was completed on May 8, 2026. Atiku, who is a prominent figure within the ADC, is among those seeking the party’s presidential ticket for the 2027 election.

In its statement, the party described the development as a fresh milestone in Nigeria’s democratic process, noting that Atiku had formally received his payment receipt to contest under the ADC platform.

The ADC stated that the move reflects the party’s commitment to national renewal, democratic participation, and people-focused leadership. It added that the party remains dedicated to promoting unity, competence, economic recovery, security, and national development as Nigerians continue searching for credible political alternatives.

The party also disclosed that the formal presentation of nomination forms is expected to take place on Monday at the ADC National Secretariat in Abuja.

Meanwhile, former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi and presidential aspirant Mohammed Hayatu-Deen have also obtained the party’s presidential nomination forms.