Three opposition presidential candidates have unveiled competing visions for Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election, outlining plans to tackle insecurity, revive the economy, improve healthcare and education, strengthen democratic institutions and restore public confidence in governance.
The presidential candidates are a former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi of the Nigerian Democratic Coalition (NDC), and Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), Atiku Abubakar of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Anambra State governor, Peter Obi of the Nigerian Democratic Coalition (NDC), and Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM.
They revealed their missions in their blueprints, a copy of which was sighted by our correspondent in Abuja on Thursday.
While Atiku is to focus on rescuing democracy, strengthening security institutions, and rebuilding the economy, Obi emphasised national unity, human capital development, agricultural productivity, and the rule of law. Makinde, on his part, vows to pursue the “Reset Nigeria” agenda, centred on security decentralisation, petroleum sector reforms, food security, and people-centred governance.
ADC Administration Will Rescue Democracy, Economy, Security – Atiku
According to Atiku, an ADC administration would focus on restoring democratic values, strengthening institutions and ending what he called the abuse of state power against political opponents.
He said that the coalition behind the ADC was formed to protect Nigeria’s democracy and to offer an alternative to the ruling party.
On security, Atiku described the situation across the country as the worst in Nigeria’s history, noting that citizens and even members of the armed forces had become victims of violent attacks.
He pledged to strengthen the military, police and other security agencies through massive recruitment, improved welfare, modern equipment, enhanced training and better coordination among security institutions.
“An ADC government under my leadership will take decisive action to address insecurity and protect lives and property in the country,” he said.
Atiku also identified education as a key pillar of national development, lamenting that more than 20 million school-age children remained out of school.
He promised free and compulsory primary and secondary education, alongside investments in entrepreneurial, technological and innovation-based learning.
On the economy, the ADC candidate accused the current administration of failing to improve the living conditions of ordinary Nigerians despite official claims of economic growth.
He promised to remove obstacles to investment, attract local and foreign investors, create jobs, and tackle Nigeria’s persistent electricity crisis.
According to him, the savings from removing the fuel subsidy had not translated into improved welfare for citizens, while excessive borrowing was placing an unfair burden on future generations.
Atiku also criticised government spending priorities, noting that healthcare had received inadequate attention.
He pledged substantial investments in primary healthcare, the expansion of specialist medical centres and incentives for private-sector participation in healthcare delivery.
He said an ADC government would be guided by measurable targets and timelines aimed at improving welfare, accountability and service delivery.
We’ll Build Trust In Governance, Restore Hope – Obi
Peter Obi said his campaign would focus on rebuilding trust in governance and restoring hope among Nigerians.
