Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar expressed his belief in the potential strength of merging Nigeria’s opposition parties to create a more robust front against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Atiku, who served as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the 2023 presidential election, shared this perspective during a meeting in Abuja on Tuesday with the national executive committee of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC).
“Today, during a meeting with the National Executive Committee of the Inter-Party Advisory Council Nigeria (IPAC), I emphasised the importance of protecting our democracy. I expressed concern over the APC’s actions, leading Nigeria towards a one-party dictatorship. I urged IPAC, led by Yabagi Sani, to rally opposition parties to form a stronger front against this threat.
I criticised INEC for conducting poor elections, including discrepancies in voter numbers. I called for the National Assembly to prioritise constitutional and electoral reforms, in particular electronic voting reforms, to ensure transparent elections and protect our democracy. I believe democracy, despite its flaws, is the best form of government, and I am committed to working with others in providing its preservation in Nigeria.”
The visit was led by Yabagi Sani, the National President of the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC).
