Atiku Has Been an Aspirant Since My NYSC Days, Says Datti Baba-Ahmed!

Atiku Has Been an Aspirant Since My NYSC Days, Says Datti Baba-Ahmed

By Enock Damidami | Sele Media Africa

Abuja — Labour Party Vice Presidential Candidate in the 2023 elections, Dr. Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has stirred reactions after commenting on the long-running presidential ambition of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, stating that “Atiku has been an aspirant since my NYSC days.”Speaking during a recent interview on national TV, Baba-Ahmed criticized the recycling of presidential aspirants in Nigeria’s political space, suggesting that the country needs fresh leadership and new-generation thinkers to move forward.“Atiku was already contesting for presidency when I was serving in NYSC. It’s 2026 now. It’s time we stop repeating aspirants and start renewing hope,” he said, in what many interpret as a swipe at the PDP stalwart’s persistent bids for the presidency.The remark has gone viral across social media, with supporters and critics weighing in. Some viewed it as a justified call for generational change, while others defended Atiku’s right to contest under a democratic system.Atiku, who has contested for the presidency *six times* since 1993, remains a dominant figure in Nigeria’s opposition politics, with speculations swirling about a potential 2027 run.

Citations: 1. Channels TV: Datti Baba-Ahmed shades Atiku over long-term presidential ambition 2. TheCable: Atiku has been running since my NYSC — Datti 3. Twitter/X Reactions – @channelstv, @SaharaReporters

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