Atiku Fires Back at Obasanjo, Says He Is Proud to Have Opposed Third-Term Agenda
Atiku Fires Back at Obasanjo, Says He Is Proud to Have Opposed Third-Term Agenda
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has responded to former President Olusegun Obasanjo, declaring that he remains proud of his decision to oppose the controversial third-term agenda during the Obasanjo administration.
In a strongly worded statement, Atiku said his stance against any attempt to extend presidential tenure beyond the constitutional limit was guided by his commitment to democracy, the rule of law and the protection of Nigeria’s constitutional order. He maintained that history has vindicated those who resisted the proposed constitutional amendment.
The former presidential candidate stated that standing against the third-term bid came at a significant personal and political cost, but insisted he has no regrets. According to him, defending democratic principles and safeguarding the nation’s constitutional democracy were more important than political convenience or personal ambition.
Atiku’s reaction follows recent remarks by Obasanjo, which reignited public debate over their long-standing political differences. The exchange has once again drawn national attention to the events surrounding the failed third-term agenda, one of the most contentious political episodes in Nigeria’s democratic history.
Political observers say the renewed war of words between the two former leaders could further shape discussions ahead of the 2027 general elections, as both men remain influential voices in Nigeria’s political landscape.
