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Nigeria’s former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reacted to his son’s defection to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), saying it is a personal choice.
Atiku’s son, Abba Abubakar, defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the APC on Thursday and promised to work to ensure President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027.
In his reaction, Atiku stated that such choices are not unusual in a democracy, adding that he does not coerce his children in matters of conscience.
“The decision of my son, Abba Abubakar, to join the APC is entirely personal.
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“In a democracy, such choices are neither unusual nor alarming, even when family and politics intersect. As a democrat, I do not coerce my own children in matters of conscience, and I certainly will not coerce Nigerians.
“What truly concerns me is the poor governance of the APC and the severe economic and social hardships it has imposed on our people.
“I remain resolute in working with like-minded patriots to restore good governance and offer Nigerians a credible alternative that brings relief, hope, and progress,” Atiku said in a statement.
