2027 Tension: Atiku Raises Alarm Over Alleged Election Manipulation At Collation Centres

He made the remarks on Tuesday during a meeting with members of the Coalition for Democracy Movement, led by Jibril Shehu Mustapha, where discussions focused on strengthening electoral transparency and improving political coordination nationwide.

In a post shared via his official handle, Atiku emphasised the need for strong preventive measures to curb electoral malpractice, particularly at critical stages of result collation.

According to him, the coalition presented details of its nationwide structure and reaffirmed its support for his political engagements, especially efforts aimed at protecting votes and ensuring credible elections.

While appreciating the group’s backing, Atiku commended their consistency and dedication, assuring them that their efforts and sacrifices would be recognised.

He wrote that he had raised concerns about potential manipulation during elections, especially at collation centres, and stressed the importance of putting effective safeguards in place.

He also expressed gratitude for their support, noting that their contributions to defending democracy would not be forgotten and would be recorded in history.