2027: Atiku Calls on Nigerians to Collect PVCs, Vows to Tackle Economic Hardship, Insecurity

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has promised to reduce the cost of living and improve security across Nigeria, blaming President Bola Tinubu’s administration for the country’s worsening economic challenges.

Atiku made the pledge in a post on his official X account on Wednesday, where he urged registered voters to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The former vice-president expressed concern over the economic hardship and insecurity affecting Nigerians across different age groups and socioeconomic backgrounds.

According to him, many parents struggle to provide for their families, while pensioners face difficult choices between purchasing food and buying essential medication. He also noted that rising transportation costs, rent and other basic expenses continue to put pressure on the earnings of young Nigerians.

Atiku further highlighted the growing concerns over kidnapping, violent attacks and the safety of families in different parts of the country.

He warned that Nigerians should not be forced to endure hunger and insecurity simultaneously, stressing the need to prevent the current challenges from becoming the burden of future generations.

The ADC presidential candidate subsequently called on eligible voters to collect and safeguard their PVCs, describing the cards as essential tools for exercising democratic rights and pursuing peaceful political change.

“If you are a registered voter, please go and collect your PVC. Hold on to it. It is your voice, your choice and your peaceful power to demand change,” he said.

Atiku also criticised the Tinubu administration over the rising cost of living, promising to pursue policies aimed at making life more affordable and restoring security if elected president in 2027.

“Bola made life expensive. I will work to make life affordable again and restore the security every Nigerian deserves,” he stated.

He urged Nigerians across generations to unite and participate in the forthcoming elections, expressing hope for a country where citizens can live with dignity, safety and renewed optimism.