Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally secured the payment receipt for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential nomination form ahead of the 2027 general election.
The African Democratic Congress disclosed on Saturday that payment for the ₦90 million nomination form was completed on May 8, 2026.
In a statement posted on its official X handle, the party described the development as a major milestone in its preparations for the 2027 presidential election.
“A New Chapter in Nigeria’s Democratic Journey: H.E. Atiku Abubakar, GCON, has officially received his payment receipt to contest under the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 Presidential Election,” the party stated.
According to the ADC, Atiku’s entry into the race represents another significant moment in what it described as a growing movement for national renewal and democratic inclusion.
“This development marks another significant moment in the growing movement for national renewal, democratic inclusion, and people-driven leadership within the ADC,” the statement added.
The party reaffirmed its commitment to providing Nigerians with what it described as a credible alternative platform focused on unity, competence, economic recovery, security, and national development.
“As Nigerians continue to seek credible alternatives, the ADC remains committed to providing a strong platform built on unity, competence, economic recovery, security and national progress,” the party said.
The ADC further disclosed that the formal presentation of the nomination forms to Atiku Abubakar is scheduled to take place on Monday at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja.
“The formal presentation of nomination forms is expected on Monday at the ADC National Secretariat, Abuja. The movement is growing. Hope is rising. Expect more,” the statement concluded.
