Atiku decries hardship in Sokoto as Sanusi credits Tinubu with economic recovery

Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has arrived in the Sokoto state capital for the party's presidential campaign flag-off. Upon his arrival, Atiku was greeted with enthusiasm by party leaders, supporters, and loyalists. He was welcomed by notable figures including Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, the former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South, ADC governorship candidate Alhaji Muhammad Manir Dan’iya, and the ADC Presidential Campaign Director, Senator Ibrahim Lamido.

Following his arrival, Atiku proceeded to the Sultan's Palace to pay respects to Alhaji Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III, the Sultan of Sokoto. There, he briefed the Sultan on the purpose of his visit and sought his royal blessings for the campaign. After the palace visit, Atiku arrived at the campaign venue along Ilorin Road in Sokoto, where a large crowd of supporters was already present.

The flag-off is expected to formally inaugurate the ADC presidential campaign in the North-West region, rallying support for the party ahead of the general elections. During the event, Atiku is set to address the gathered supporters and present the ADC's platform, focusing on national unity, security, and economic revival. Tambuwal praised Atiku's visit as a testament to the party's strength and popularity in Sokoto State, while Dan’iya expressed confidence in the party's overwhelming victory in the state, citing growing support for the ADC across Sokoto.

Security measures were heightened around both the palace and the campaign venue as supporters flocked the roads to catch a glimpse of the former Vice President.