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Atiku Abubakar Formally Declares His Intention To Run For President

The former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has formally declared  his ambition to run for the office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

The former vice president, who made the declaration at an elaborate event at the International Conference Center (ICC), in Abuja, also vowed to hand over at the end of his tenure to the younger generation, he also highlighted five areas, he would like to focus on.

The event which witnessed the presence of many dignitaries was hosted by the Adamawa State governor, Umaru Fintiri.

The former vice president while reeling out some of the plans he has for the country vowed to hand over to a younger generation if elected.

He also said he intends to focus on five key areas which he listed as unity of Nigeria, security, economy, education and devolving more resources and powers to the federating units.


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