Senator Austin Akobundu, the Director-General of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Presidential Campaign Council, has extended heartfelt thanks to party supporters and Nigerians for their enthusiastic reception of the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and his running mate, Rotimi Amaechi, in Sokoto and Kebbi States.
The ADC Presidential Campaign Council highlighted that the large turnout reflected the public’s eagerness for the party’s campaign and their desire for a participative role in shaping the nation’s future. Akobundu emphasized the importance of such gatherings as potent demonstrations of popular support.
In his statement, Akobundu urged the federal government and the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration to demonstrate their confidence by facilitating a genuinely free and fair electoral process. He criticized the APC for alleged attempts to undermine the ADC through court measures, questioning their commitment to engaging in open electoral competition.
“If the federal government and the APC believe they have the capacity to win, let them allow a free and fair election,” he stated. He further insisted that all political entities must be allowed to campaign without intimidation and warned against restrictive practices that suppress democratic participation.
Akobundu called on ADC supporters to remain peaceful and steadfast in their campaigning efforts, assuring them that the will of the people must prevail. He reaffirmed the ADC’s commitment to connecting with Nigerians across the country to promote their vision of affordable living, opportunity, and national renewal.
The campaign continues to build momentum as the ADC looks forward to further engagements with citizens in the lead-up to the elections.
