The All Progressives Congress (APC) has said that Atiku Abubakar’s resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) poses no threat to its political dominance.
APC’s Lagos spokesman, Mr Seye Oladejo, in a statement on Wednesday, said Atiku’s possible defection to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) changes nothing regarding the 2027 elections.
Reports indicate that Atiku resigned from the PDP on Wednesday, citing irreconcilable differences within the party.
Abubakar, the PDP’s presidential candidate in 2019 and 2023, had shown increasing frustration with the party’s post-election disarray and failure to provide effective opposition.
Though not yet formally a member of the ADC, Atiku’s coalition recently adopted the party as its platform for the 2027 general elections.
His resignation signals a readiness to solidify ties with the ADC ahead of the upcoming polls.
Reacting to the development, Oladejo described Atiku’s exit from the PDP as a desperate yet unsurprising move, reflecting a fractured opposition.
He said the move confirms the PDP’s internal collapse and Atiku’s continued lack of political consistency.
“Atiku’s actions reflect ambition without principl driven not by ideology but by relentless personal pursuit,” Oladejo stated.
He stressed that the defection would neither enhance ADC’s chances nor affect APC’s dominance in Lagos or across the country.
Oladejo added: “Whether it’s PDP, ADC, or another party, Nigerians remain politically aware and will not be swayed.
“The APC remains the only party delivering real governance, economic progress, and solid infrastructure.”
He said Atiku’s move presents an opportunity for voters to assess the integrity and consistency of those aspiring to lead.
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Oladejo reaffirmed APC’s commitment to national unity, sustainable progress, and purposeful leadership.
He urged APC supporters in Lagos to remain united and active at the grassroots for continued electoral success.
“Victory depends on our unity, past performance, and focus on people-centred development,” Oladejo said.
He added that political instability often follows Atiku, and that Nigeria deserves more than recycled politics.
“Nigerians deserve visionary leadership, not theatrical comebacks. The APC is ready to lead and win,” Oladejo concluded.
Reports also indicate that several opposition figures, including former PDP and Labour Party members, have recently aligned with the ADC ahead of the 2027 elections.
