Politics

Fresh Details Emerge on Atiku’s Closed-Door Meeting With Hayatu-Deen

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has explained the purpose of his recent visit to fellow presidential aspirant Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, saying the meeting centered on the state of the nation and efforts to reposition their party ahead of future political engagements.

Atiku made this known in a post on his X handle on Sunday, following his visit to Hayatu-Deen’s residence in Lagos.

According to him, the discussions were frank and productive, with both leaders agreeing on the need for collaboration in addressing Nigeria’s challenges.

“Earlier today, I visited my brother and fellow aspirant in the ADC presidential primaries, Alhaji Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, at his residence in Lagos. Our discussions on the state of our nation and party were frank and productive,” Atiku said.

He added that both politicians resolved to work together towards rebuilding the country for the benefit of citizens.

“We resolved to work together in the challenging task of reclaiming and rebuilding our beloved country for the greater good of our people,” he added.

The meeting comes amid ongoing political consultations and realignments within the opposition ahead of future elections, as key figures continue engagements across the country.

Atiku and Hayatu-Deen are among prominent aspirants seeking the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress as the party positions itself in the evolving political landscape.