Atiku Campaign: No Supporter Will Be Forgotten as ADC Expands Campaign Council
By Nafiu Muhammad Lema
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Campaign Council has assured party members and supporters that more appointments will be announced as it continues to expand its campaign structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the council’s Director of Strategic Communication, Phrank Shaibu, said the recently unveiled list of campaign officials was only the first phase of a broader organisational arrangement.
Shaibu explained that consultations were ongoing and additional responsibilities would be assigned as the campaign established its structures across the country.
He said the ADC presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, recognised the loyalty and sacrifices of his supporters over the years, urging those whose names were missing from the initial list to remain patient.
According to him, no supporter should feel neglected, as the campaign intends to accommodate more individuals in various capacities.
“Our strength has always been our people and the relationships built over many years. We must preserve that bond,” Shaibu said.
The council disclosed that it would soon announce additional senior appointments alongside zonal, state, ward and polling unit campaign structures.
It added that the expanded organisation would accommodate experienced political leaders, professionals, young people, party members and other Nigerians interested in participating in the campaign.
The announcement follows Thursday’s unveiling of Atiku’s campaign council, chaired by Kashim Ibrahim-Imam, with former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai as deputy chairman and Senator Austin Akobundu as Director-General and Campaign Manager.
Other appointees include former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi as Atiku’s running mate, Dele Momodu as Deputy Director-General of Media and Communications, and Senator Dino Melaye as Deputy Director-General of Contact and Mobilisation.
However, former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Kingsley Moghalu, rejected his inclusion in the campaign’s policy team, saying he had not been consulted or given his consent.
On policy development, Shaibu said the campaign was strengthening its plans to address major national challenges, including rising living costs, insecurity, unemployment, food security, electricity, education, healthcare and infrastructure.
He added that the council would develop proposals covering agriculture, industrialisation, technology, social protection, environmental sustainability and human capital development.
Shaibu maintained that the campaign would continue to broaden participation while developing practical policy proposals aimed at addressing the everyday concerns of Nigerians.
The council reiterated that its doors remained open to individuals willing to contribute to its nationwide campaign activities.
