The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, Yunusa Tanko Yakasai, has suggested that former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar may support and endorse Peter Obi as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

Yakasai made the remarks on TVC’s Politics On Sunday, while commenting on the ongoing debate over the ADC’s 2027 presidential ticket and the potential roles of key opposition figures ahead of the polls.

When asked what might happen if Atiku prevented Obi from securing the ADC ticket, Yakasai dismissed the notion, describing the former Vice President as a leader and father.

“Atiku Abubakar is a leader, he is a father. He will not even join in that shenanigan,” he said.

According to Yakasai, while Atiku has the right to contest for the ticket himself, he could also choose to support another candidate if that would improve the party’s chances.

“He has the right (to contest), but he also has the right to anoint somebody. He can; it is within his fundamental human rights as a father who wants to win. Winning does not mean I have to be the one, winning can be me taking you and saying, ‘Go and win for us, I know you are capable.’ It is possible,” Yakasai added.

The comments come amid growing discussions within opposition circles about the presidential ticket of the coalition-backed party, as Obi’s supporters continue to urge party leaders to present their principal as the party’s 2027 presidential candidate.

Meanwhile, the ADC has cautioned its members and supporters of presidential hopefuls against rhetoric that could divide the party.

• The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, issued the warning during a live audio conversation on X (formerly Twitter) on the state of the nation and the political climate. Abdullahi urged party supporters to avoid divisive narratives ahead of the party’s primary in June.