Atiku Regrets Involvement in Forming APC, Says Nigeria Worse Off Now

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has expressed deep regret over his involvement in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2015 elections, stating that Nigeria’s condition has deteriorated since the party assumed power.

Atiku spoke on Thursday in Abuja during a press briefing attended by opposition figures deliberating on the country’s situation and potential political alignments ahead of 2027.

Reflecting on the 2014 coalition that birthed the APC, the former presidential candidate recalled that opposition parties united to challenge then-President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration amid concerns over insecurity and economic decline.

He explained that the alliance was driven by fears that democracy was under threat and the urgent need to redirect the country.

“We came together in 2014 because we believed democracy was faltering. The issues then were insecurity and the economy. But today, the situation has become even worse than what we set out to correct,” he said.

Atiku noted that the current challenges facing the nation surpass those that led to the APC’s formation, stressing the importance of learning from past political collaborations.

The ADC chieftain warned that any new coalition or opposition movement must be deliberate and committed to rebuilding democratic institutions and restoring public trust in governance.

“We must ensure that whatever steps we take now are aimed at restoring true democracy in Nigeria,” he stated.

The briefing drew several prominent opposition leaders, signalling intensified consultations and possible realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.