In a recent video from 3:10 shared on Symfoni TV, on Thursday, May 28, 2026, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar expressed concern over the continued detention of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai while addressing delegates and supporters after emerging as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 general elections.
During his speech at the ADC primaries, Atiku spoke extensively about what he described as increasing political intimidation and shrinking democratic space in Nigeria. He alleged that opposition figures across the country were being targeted through harassment, legal pressure, and abuse of state institutions.
Speaking during the address, Atiku stated, “He has been denied the right to celebrate two important religious holidays with his family.” He made the remark while criticizing the continued detention of the former Kaduna governor despite legal and humanitarian concerns raised by opposition figures and supporters.
Atiku explained that the situation surrounding El-Rufai reflected wider concerns about the treatment of opposition politicians in the country. According to him, denying individuals the opportunity to observe important family and religious moments while in detention raises serious questions about justice, compassion, and democratic accountability.
The former vice president also alleged that several opposition parties were facing pressure and interference ahead of the 2027 elections. He argued that democratic institutions should protect constitutional rights and ensure equal political participation rather than intimidate dissenting voices.
Atiku further stated that the ADC coalition was formed to defend democratic values and provide Nigerians with an alternative political direction. He maintained that the country’s democracy could only thrive where the rule of law is respected and political opponents are treated fairly.
He also urged members of the opposition to remain united despite political differences, stressing that collaboration among democratic forces would be necessary to address insecurity, economic hardship, and governance challenges confronting the nation….Read_More…