Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar will formally submit his presidential nomination forms to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the party's National Secretariat in Abuja. The ADC confirmed on Saturday that Atiku had paid N90 million for the nomination form, with the receipt dated May 8, 2026. The party described his submission as "A New Chapter in Nigeria's Democratic Journey," framing it as a pivotal moment for national renewal, democratic inclusion, and leadership driven by the people. A statement from the ADC said the formal presentation would mark a turning point in the opposition's challenge to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu. "The formal presentation of nomination forms is expected on Monday at the ADC National Secretariat, Abuja. The movement is growing. Hope is rising. Expect more," the party stated. Atiku officially joined the ADC in late 2025 after leaving the People's Democratic Party (PDP). The ADC emphasized its commitment to providing a credible alternative built on unity, competence, economic recovery, security, and national progress. Images released by the party show the official receipt alongside a promotional poster branding Atiku as its presidential candidate with the slogan "A Lea…"
Atiku's N90 million nomination fee payment to the ADC exceeds the amount he paid when running under the PDP in previous elections, despite his long-standing criticism of high nomination costs in Nigerian politics. His formal submission on May 11 signals a full break from the PDP and positions him as the ADC's clear frontrunner. The party's early branding of Atiku as candidate before primaries undermines its claim of internal democracy. This move prioritizes individual momentum over institutional process.
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