Reports reaching Hanto Daily News say, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), after a long time of consultations, observation and permutations.
The decision which is a major landmark movement and a significant twist in Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections attracted a large gathering of supporters, party officials, and community leaders. In the images, Abubakar is seen raising his membership form as excited supporters captured the moment on their phones.
The announcement which was obtained was made earlier Monday morning (24/11/25) via a post on X, showed where Abubakar shared photos of himself receiving his ADC membership card alongside a customised “Waziri 01” jersey in Yola, the Adamawa State Capital.
“It’s official. – AA,” he wrote, confirming long-standing speculation about his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
This move comes shortly after political insiders hinted that the former vice president would formalise his ADC membership during his birthday visit to Adamawa, which also included community outreach activities.
Recall, the former Vice President had earlier this year announced his decision to leave PDP, and subsequently participated in the formation of the new ADC Coalition movement expected to build a formidable opposition force against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.
