Political Shockwave as Atiku’s Son Switches Sides in Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria — Abba Abubakar, son of former Vice President and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has officially defected from the PDP to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid.
Abba Abubakar announced his defection in Abuja, where he was formally received by top APC leaders at the National Assembly complex. The event was attended by the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, alongside other prominent party stakeholders.
Speaking during the ceremony, Abba Abubakar said his decision to join the APC was driven by personal conviction and belief in the leadership style and policy direction of President Tinubu. He openly pledged loyalty to the ruling party and vowed to work actively towards Tinubu’s second-term ambition ahead of the 2027 general elections.
He also called on members of his political support group to follow him into the APC, stressing the need to support what he described as ongoing reforms and governance efforts by the current administration.
The defection has sparked widespread political reactions, given Abba Abubakar’s family background and his father’s continued influence within the opposition PDP. However, reports indicate that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described his son’s move as a personal decision, separate from his own political position.
APC leaders welcomed Abba Abubakar into the party, describing his defection as a strategic boost and a sign of growing confidence in the Tinubu administration.
Political analysts say the move could further reshape political alignments ahead of the 2027 elections, especially within Abuja and other key political blocs.
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