In a recent interview from 1:27:11 on Nevon HQ, on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Dele Momodu, an ADC chieftain, discussed the political calculations ahead of the 2027 presidential election, expressing confidence that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar remains one of the strongest contenders in the race. He argued that Atiku’s long-standing political relationships across Northern Nigeria would give him a significant advantage in meeting the constitutional requirements needed to win the presidency.
Momodu maintained that the North has historically played a decisive role in presidential elections because of its large voting population. He noted that candidates seeking the nation’s highest office must secure widespread acceptance across the region rather than relying on support from only a few states.
Speaking during the interview, Momodu stated, “There is no part of the North where Atiku Abubakar will not get 25% of the votes.” He made the remark while explaining why he believes Atiku is well-positioned to perform strongly across the North during the next general election.
According to Momodu, Atiku’s political structure, built over several decades, gives him a broad support base that cuts across the North-West, North-East, and North-Central. He argued that this network would enable the former vice president to satisfy the constitutional spread required of a presidential candidate while also securing substantial votes in the region.
Momodu further stated that political parties should focus on presenting credible candidates with practical solutions to Nigeria’s economic and security challenges instead of depending solely on political calculations. He added that grassroots mobilization and voter engagement would remain critical factors in determining the outcome of the election.
He concluded by urging Nigerians to evaluate presidential aspirants based on competence, experience, and their ability to unite the country, stressing that informed choices by voters would strengthen Nigeria’s democracy….See More