Kalu: Atiku Has What It Takes to Lead Nigeria in 2027

ECK Foundation President Dr. Emeka Kalu has thrown his weight behind Alhaji Atiku Abubakar’s 2027 presidential campaign, highlighting the former vice president’s qualities to lift the nation out of its current state of economic and security stupor.

According to a statement released by Kalu on Thursday, Atiku’s expertise and perseverance were crucial elements that made him a formidable contender to unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 presidential contest.

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“Supporting Atiku could be a strategic move for the Igbo people, potentially opening the door for Mr. Peter Obi in the future and giving the Igbo community a say in the power dynamics in Nigeria,” he said.

During his time as vice president, Atiku demonstrated his capacity to promote economic liberalization, trade investments, and job creation. He emphasized that Atiku’s leadership experience and vision were crucial for reviving Nigeria’s economy.

Additionally, he emphasized that Atiku was the best candidate to bring Nigeria together because of his political capacity to nurture ties among its many areas.

In his view, Atiku’s national appeal has the potential to unite people across party and ethnic divisions.

An Atiku administration will result in major improvements in infrastructure, investment, and security, and it will eventually boost Nigeria’s flagging economy, he continued.

“Atiku is also a detribalized Nigerian who has the ability to unite people.” Regrettably, ethnic tensions have long afflicted Nigeria’s political environment.

A alliance without a common goal would be ineffectual, Kalu added, underscoring the significance of opposition groups being united.

The need for selfless, competent, and trustworthy leadership to restore Nigeria’s economic stability is one of the reasons he urged Nigerians to support Atiku’s nomination as the People’s Democratic Party’s (PDP) 2023 presidential candidate.