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Atiku names Ibrahim-Imam, El-Rufai to lead 2027 campaign council

Atiku Abubakar has named Kashim Ibrahim-Imam as Chairman and former Kaduna Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, as Deputy Chairman of his 2027 campaign council. Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-names-ibrahim-imam-el-rufai-to-lead-2027-campaign-council/

Atiku names Ibrahim-Imam, El-Rufai to lead 2027 campaign council

The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, Atiku Abubakar, has announced the leadership structure of his 2027 campaign council. Kashim Ibrahim-Imam will serve as the Chairman, while former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai will be the Deputy Chairman. The campaign will operate under a lean structure with six operational directorates and 30 directors.

Senator Austin Akobundu will be appointed as the Director-General and Campaign Manager, coordinating the day-to-day activities. Dele Momodu will head the Media and Communications Directorate. Other key members include economist Mohammed Hayatudeen, who will lead the policy team, and Professor Mohammed Sagagi and Aare Aremijoye. The campaign will focus on addressing issues such as the rising cost of living, unemployment, and insecurity.

The Independent National Electoral Commission's 2027 election timetable suggests that campaigns will commence on August 19.

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