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The 2027 election

Presidential · Nigeria · 2027

African Democratic Congress (ADC)

Atiku Abubakar&Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi

Two lives. One ticket. Explore their journeys, the public record, and the plans for Nigeria.

Meet the people
Atiku Abubakar
Atiku AbubakarFor President
Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi
Chibuike Rotimi AmaechiFor Vice President

Before the ballot,
a life in the making.

The places, education and experiences behind the people on this ticket.

Atiku Abubakar was Vice President of Nigeria from 29 May 1999 to 29 May 2007 under President Olusegun Obasanjo, and is the African Democratic Congress (ADC) candidate for the 16 January 2027 presidential election, with Rotimi Amaechi as running mate. He was born on 25 November 1946 in Jada, Adamawa State, the only child of Garba Atiku Abdulkadir and Aisha Kande. He trained at the School of Hygiene, Kano and took a Diploma in Law at Ahmadu Bello University's Institute of Administration in 1969, then served in the Nigeria Customs Service from 1969 to 1989, leaving as a Deputy Director. His business interests have included Intels (co-founded with Gabriele Volpi, sold in 2020), Adama Beverages, Gotel Communications and the American University of Nigeria, which he founded in Yola. He completed a master's degree in International Relations at Anglia Ruskin University in 2021. In politics he was National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Front of Nigeria (1989) and ran in the 1993 Social Democratic Party presidential primary. He won the Adamawa governorship in January 1999 but gave it up to become Obasanjo's running mate. As Vice President he chaired the National Council on Privatisation and the National Economic Council. He fell out with Obasanjo in 2006, left the PDP for the Action Congress, and ran third in 2007 after the Supreme Court overturned INEC's attempt to exclude him. He has since moved between the PDP (2009–2014 and 2017–2025), the APC (2014–2017) and the ADC (from 2025), and was the PDP's presidential candidate in 2019 and 2023, losing both elections and the petitions that followed. Government panels, a Senate committee and a US Senate subcommittee made adverse findings about the Petroleum Technology Development Fund and funds moved through his former wife's US accounts; a 2006 Code of Conduct Tribunal charge was halted on immunity grounds and never tried. He denies wrongdoing and has not been convicted of any offence. Biographies of him include Onukaba Adinoyi-Ojo's "Atiku: The Story of Atiku Abubakar" (2006).

From the public profile

Read the evidence · 1 source

School years & education

  1. 1954–1960

    Jada Primary School

    First School Leaving Certificate · Jada, Adamawa State

    Read the evidence · 4 sources
    • Premium Times

      2026-08-02: "The documents include his First School Leaving Certificate obtained in 1954, his West African School Certificate earned in 1961, and a Master of Arts degree in International Relations awarded in 2020."

      The documents include his First School Leaving Certificate obtained in 1954, his West African School Certificate earned in 1961, and a Master of Arts degree in International Relations awarded in 2020.
    • Vanguard (first-person memoir extract by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-28: "My mother’s older brother, Kawu Ali who had received a little education through adult literacy classes, registered me at Jada Primary School in January 1954 as Atiku Kojoli."

      My mother’s older brother, Kawu Ali who had received a little education through adult literacy classes, registered me at Jada Primary School in January 1954 as Atiku Kojoli.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Jada Senior Boarding Primary School, Jada, Adamawa State, 1958-60

      Jada Senior Boarding Primary School, Jada, Adamawa State, 1958-60
    • atiku.org official profile (Wayback snapshot 2010-08-31)

      "• Jada Primary School, 1954-1960."

      • Jada Primary School, 1954-1960.

  2. 1961–1965

    Adamawa Provincial Secondary School, Yola

    West African School Certificate (WASC) · Yola, Adamawa State

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Vanguard (first-person memoir extract by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-28: "I joined 59 other young boys from Adamawa and beyond in January 1961 to begin a five-year high school journey."

      I joined 59 other young boys from Adamawa and beyond in January 1961 to begin a five-year high school journey.
    • atiku.org official profile (Wayback snapshot 2010-08-31)

      "• Adamawa Provinsional School, Yola, 1961 to 1965, with Advance Level studies in Economics, British Economic History, Government and Hausa Language."

      • Adamawa Provinsional School, Yola, 1961 to 1965, with Advance Level studies in Economics, British Economic History, Government and Hausa Language.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Adamawa Provincial Secondary School (now General Murtala Mohammed College), Yola, Adamawa State, 1961-65

      Adamawa Provincial Secondary School (now General Murtala Mohammed College), Yola, Adamawa State, 1961-65
    • Sahara Reporters

      2022-07-02: "The 1965 West Africa School Certificate (WASC) result presented by him identified the student as Siddiq Abubakar."

      The 1965 West Africa School Certificate (WASC) result presented by him identified the student as Siddiq Abubakar.
    • The Guardian (Nigeria)

      2018-11-25: "Upon his graduation in 1965, he studied briefly at the Nigeria Police College in Kaduna"

      Upon his graduation in 1965, he studied briefly at the Nigeria Police College in Kaduna

  3. 1966–1967

    School of Hygiene, Kano

    Diploma in Hygiene · Kano

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): School of Hygiene, Kano, Kano State, 1966-1967; 'President Emeritus of the student union' and 'Assistant Secretary during the 1966-1967 session'

      School of Hygiene, Kano, Kano State, 1966-1967; 'President Emeritus of the student union' and 'Assistant Secretary during the 1966-1967 session'
    • atiku.org official profile (Wayback snapshot 2010-08-31)

      "• School of hygiene Kano, 1966-1967, graduating with Royal Society of Health Diploma."

      • School of hygiene Kano, 1966-1967, graduating with Royal Society of Health Diploma.
    • The Guardian (Nigeria)

      2018-11-25: "In 1966, he gained admission to the school of Hygiene in Kano after working as a Tax Officer in the regional Ministry of Finance. In his new school, he served as an interim Student Union President and graduated with a diploma in 1967."

      In 1966, he gained admission to the school of Hygiene in Kano after working as a Tax Officer in the regional Ministry of Finance. In his new school, he served as an interim Student Union President and graduated with a diploma in 1967.

  4. 1967–1969

    Ahmadu Bello University (Institute of Administration)

    Diploma in Law · Law · Zaria, Kaduna State

    Read the evidence · 8 sources
    • punchng.com
      In 1967 he enrolled for a Law Diploma at the Ahmadu bello University’s Institute of Administration on a scholarship from the regional government. After graduation in 1969, during the Nigerian Civil War, he was employed by the Nigeria Customs Service.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, 1967-69 (qualification not stated)

      Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, 1967-69 (qualification not stated)
    • Vanguard (first-person memoir extract by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-28: "Before completing my Diploma in Law programme in June 1969, a team from the Federal Civil Service Commission came on a recruitment drive to the university."

      Before completing my Diploma in Law programme in June 1969, a team from the Federal Civil Service Commission came on a recruitment drive to the university.
    • Premium Times

      2018-12-29: "He had joined the agency as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent on June 30, 1969, a few weeks after taking a diploma in Law at the Institute of Administration of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria."

      He had joined the agency as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent on June 30, 1969, a few weeks after taking a diploma in Law at the Institute of Administration of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
    • The Guardian (Nigeria)

      2018-11-25: "With a regional scholarship, he enrolled for a Law Diploma at the Ahmadu Bello University in the same year and completed the program in 1969."

      With a regional scholarship, he enrolled for a Law Diploma at the Ahmadu Bello University in the same year and completed the program in 1969.
    • atiku.org official profile (Wayback snapshot 2010-08-31)

      "• Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, 1967, graduating with Diploma in Law, in 1969."

      • Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, 1967, graduating with Diploma in Law, in 1969.
    • legit.ng
      Further details revealed that Atiku later earned a Diploma in Law from the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, one of Nigeria’s foremost tertiary institutions.
    • en.wikipedia.org
      In 1967, he enrolled for a Law Diploma at the Ahmadu Bello University Institute of Administration, on a scholarship from the regional government. After graduation in 1969, during the Nigerian Civil War, he was employed by the Nigeria Customs Service.

  5. From 1969

    Customs Training School, Ebute Metta

    Customs officer induction training · Lagos

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • Vanguard (first-person memoir extract by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-28: "After my training at the Police College in Ikeja, Lagos and at the Customs Training School in Ebute Metta in Lagos, I was posted to Idi Iroko border station."

      After my training at the Police College in Ikeja, Lagos and at the Customs Training School in Ebute Metta in Lagos, I was posted to Idi Iroko border station.

  6. Until 2021

    Anglia Ruskin University

    Master of Arts (MA) · International Relations · Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • INEC — 2027 Presidential Final List of Candidates

      2026-09-12: "ABUBAKAR ATIKU None 79 M F.S.L.C. WASC MA. (INT. RELATIONS"

      ABUBAKAR ATIKU None 79 M F.S.L.C. WASC MA. (INT. RELATIONS
    • American University of Nigeria

      2021-11-15: "President Margee Ensign has congratulated the Founder, His Excellency, Atiku Abubaker, GCON, for receiving his Master’s degree in International Relations from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge."

      President Margee Ensign has congratulated the Founder, His Excellency, Atiku Abubaker, GCON, for receiving his Master’s degree in International Relations from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge.
    • The Eagle Online

      2022-07-13: "The ARU Awards Board had on the 12th of November, 2021 confirmed the award of Master of Arts International Relations on Atiku Abubakar following the successful completion of his Master’s degree programme at the university. The graduation ceremony could not hold then because of the Covid-19 disruptions."

      The ARU Awards Board had on the 12th of November, 2021 confirmed the award of Master of Arts International Relations on Atiku Abubakar following the successful completion of his Master’s degree programme at the university. The graduation ceremony could not hold then because of the Covid-19 disruptions.
    • Leadership

      2022-07-14: "The ARU Awards Board on the 12th of November, 2021 conferred the award of Master of Arts in International Relations on Atiku Abubakar following the successful completion of his Master’s degree programme at the university."

      The ARU Awards Board on the 12th of November, 2021 conferred the award of Master of Arts in International Relations on Atiku Abubakar following the successful completion of his Master’s degree programme at the university.
    • QED.NG (quoting AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina's tweet)

      2021-11-14: "“I congratulate H.E. Atiku Abubakar @atiku former Vice President of Nigeria on passing 2 days ago his Masters in International Relations degree program at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK,” Adesina tweeted."

      “I congratulate H.E. Atiku Abubakar @atiku former Vice President of Nigeria on passing 2 days ago his Masters in International Relations degree program at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK,” Adesina tweeted.

  7. Dates not recorded

    Overseas customs and enforcement courses

    Short professional courses (details unverified) · Finland; Egypt; United States

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): The Advanced Customs and Excise Course for Senior Officers, Finland; Cairo Police Academy, Egypt, 1986

      The Advanced Customs and Excise Course for Senior Officers, Finland; Cairo Police Academy, Egypt, 1986
    • atiku.org official profile (Wayback snapshot 2010-08-31)

      "• Attended courses in Leadership Management, Drug Enforcement and Control in Finland, Egypt and United States of America."

      • Attended courses in Leadership Management, Drug Enforcement and Control in Finland, Egypt and United States of America.

  8. Dates not recorded

    Nigeria Police College, Kaduna

    Police training (did not complete) · Kaduna

    Attendance recorded; qualification not completed.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Nigerian Police College, Kaduna State (no dates)

      Nigerian Police College, Kaduna State (no dates)
    • Vanguard (first-person memoir extract by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-28: "By chance one of the interviewers found in my file a report that I had once been found suitable to join the police force and had in fact received some training in 1966."

      By chance one of the interviewers found in my file a report that I had once been found suitable to join the police force and had in fact received some training in 1966.
    • The Guardian (Nigeria)

      2018-11-25: "Upon his graduation in 1965, he studied briefly at the Nigeria Police College in Kaduna but left when he was unable to produce an O-level Mathematics result."

      Upon his graduation in 1965, he studied briefly at the Nigeria Police College in Kaduna but left when he was unable to produce an O-level Mathematics result.

A working life

  1. From 1981

    Founder

    Gesse Derdirabe Farms

    Farm near Yola, started in 1981 (BLERF and his own 2017 account say 1982). Large-scale farming stopped in 1986; the farm and holding company continue.

    Read the evidence · 4 sources

  2. 1982–2020

    Co-founder and shareholder

    Intels Nigeria Ltd (formerly Nigeria Container Services, NICOTES)

    Co-founded NICOTES, later Intels, with Gabriele Volpi; Premium Times, the BBC and an Intels spokesman give 1982, while BLERF and his own 2017 account say 1989. He sold his remaining interest in December 2020. The size of his stake is reported only by unnamed officials.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Intels (company site)

      "Mr. Volpi founds"

      Mr. Volpi founds
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Co-founder, Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) now INTELS (an oil servicing business with extensive operations in Nigeria and abroad), since 1989

      Co-founder, Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) now INTELS (an oil servicing business with extensive operations in Nigeria and abroad), since 1989
    • Premium Times

      2018-12-29: "He had established Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) with an Italian friend, Gabrielle Volpi in 1982 while serving as Customs Area Administrator at the Apapa Ports."

      He had established Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) with an Italian friend, Gabrielle Volpi in 1982 while serving as Customs Area Administrator at the Apapa Ports.
    • BusinessDay

      2021-01-04: "Tommaso Ruffinoni, INTELS spokesman, said Atiku, through his trust named Guernsey Trust International, sold shares of Orlean-Invest Group, Intels’ holding company, between December 2018 and January 2019, for a sum of approximately USD$60 million."

      Tommaso Ruffinoni, INTELS spokesman, said Atiku, through his trust named Guernsey Trust International, sold shares of Orlean-Invest Group, Intels’ holding company, between December 2018 and January 2019, for a sum of approximately USD$60 million.
    • Vanguard (first-person excerpt by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-27: "I met Gabriel Volpi when he was working at Apapa Ports in 1982."

      I met Gabriel Volpi when he was working at Apapa Ports in 1982.

  3. 1989

    National Vice-Chairman

    Peoples Front of Nigeria

    Political association led by Shehu Musa Yar'Adua that was refused registration in 1989; its members moved into the Social Democratic Party (1989–1993).

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • ThisDay

      2023-02-25: "In 1989 Atiku was elected a National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Front of Nigeria, the political association led by Yar'Adua, to participate in the transition programme initiated by Head of State Ibrahim Babangida."

      In 1989 Atiku was elected a National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Front of Nigeria, the political association led by Yar'Adua, to participate in the transition programme initiated by Head of State Ibrahim Babangida.
    • Daily Trust

      2023-02-20: "Atiku resigned from the customs, in 1989 at 43, and helped float Yar'Adua Peoples Front of Nigeria, a political movement that collapsed into the Social Democratic Party and later the Peoples Democratic Party in 1998."

      Atiku resigned from the customs, in 1989 at 43, and helped float Yar'Adua Peoples Front of Nigeria, a political movement that collapsed into the Social Democratic Party and later the Peoples Democratic Party in 1998.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): People's Front of Nigeria (PFN), 1989 (National Vice-Chairman)

      People's Front of Nigeria (PFN), 1989 (National Vice-Chairman)

  4. From 1996

    Founder

    Prodeco Ltd

    Property and oil-and-gas construction company incorporated in March 1996. His ownership rests on his own account; the company's site does not name him.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources

  5. From 2002

    Founder

    ABTI Academy (now AUN Academy)

    School in Yola founded in 2002 according to AUN. His 2017 account dates his "ABTI schools" to 1992, which BLERF turned into "AUN since 1992".

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • American University of Nigeria (official site)

      "Having first established a private primary and secondary school, ABTI Academy (now AUN Academy) in 2002, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar approached the American University (AU) in Washington, DC, for advice and assistance in establishing an American-style university."

      Having first established a private primary and secondary school, ABTI Academy (now AUN Academy) in 2002, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar approached the American University (AU) in Washington, DC, for advice and assistance in establishing an American-style university.
    • Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) on X, read via publish.twitter.com oEmbed

      2017-09-07: "3. ABTI schools, 1992"

      3. ABTI schools, 1992
    • Vanguard (first-person excerpt by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-27: "We later set up ABTI Academy, an elite high school with boarding facilities modeled after the British public school."

      We later set up ABTI Academy, an elite high school with boarding facilities modeled after the British public school.

  6. From 2003

    Founder

    American University of Nigeria

    Licensed in 2003 as ABTI American University of Nigeria; first students in autumn 2005; renamed AUN in 2007. BLERF's "since 1992" is incorrect.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • American University of Nigeria (official site)

      "The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was founded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, GCON, in Yola, the capital of his home state of Adamawa, Northeast Nigeria."

      The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was founded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, GCON, in Yola, the capital of his home state of Adamawa, Northeast Nigeria.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Founder, American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, Adamawa State, since 1992

      Founder, American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, Adamawa State, since 1992

  7. From 2004

    Founder

    Adama Beverages Ltd

    Maker of Faro bottled water and juices in Yola, incorporated on 2 January 2004 according to the company.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • 247 Ureports

      2015-01-31: "The Multi-billion naira expansion work at the Adama Beverages Ltd"

      The Multi-billion naira expansion work at the Adama Beverages Ltd
    • The Sun (Nigeria) editorial

      2016-11-25: "He is the founder of Adama Beverages Limited, Yola."

      He is the founder of Adama Beverages Limited, Yola.
    • Billionaires.Africa

      2026-08-14: "Adama Beverages Limited was incorporated on Jan. 2, 2004 and manufactures fruit drinks and table water under the Faro brand."

      Adama Beverages Limited was incorporated on Jan. 2, 2004 and manufactures fruit drinks and table water under the Faro brand.
    • Adama Beverages Ltd (company site; faro.ng serves the same About page)

      "The company was incorporated on the 2nd January, 2004 in accordance and compliance with the provisions of the Companies and Allied Matter Act 1990 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Registration No. is 501520."

      The company was incorporated on the 2nd January, 2004 in accordance and compliance with the provisions of the Companies and Allied Matter Act 1990 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Registration No. is 501520.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Founder, Adama Beverages Limited, Yola, Adamawa State

      Founder, Adama Beverages Limited, Yola, Adamawa State

  8. From 2008

    Founder

    Gotel Communications Ltd

    Broadcaster based in Yola.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Premium Times

      2019-12-24: "In specific reference to some of the news reports in the media regarding Gotel Communication – Gotel TV and Radio – have been migrated to the Priam Group structure."

      In specific reference to some of the news reports in the media regarding Gotel Communication – Gotel TV and Radio – have been migrated to the Priam Group structure.
    • Daily Trust

      "When former Vice President Atiku Abubakar established North East’s first privately owned radio station in Yola, the Adamawa State capital in 2008"

      When former Vice President Atiku Abubakar established North East’s first privately owned radio station in Yola, the Adamawa State capital in 2008

  9. From 2013

    Co-owner

    Rico Gado Nutrition Nigeria Ltd

    Animal-feed joint venture with a Portuguese partner through Gesse Derdirabe Holdings, set up in 2013.

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • Vanguard

      2021-06-01: "before now Rico Gado another company of Atiku is purchasing all its sacks from Lagos"

      before now Rico Gado another company of Atiku is purchasing all its sacks from Lagos

  10. From 2019

    Founder

    Priam Group

    Holding company registered on 24 December 2019. Its Yola woven-sack plant and Standard Micro Finance Bank were commissioned in May 2021.

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • Premium Times

      2019-12-24: "Abuja, 24 December 2019: In order to centralize operation and pursue better efficiency in his businesses, former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has announced a migration of all his buess outfits into an umbrella brand known as the Priam Group."

      Abuja, 24 December 2019: In order to centralize operation and pursue better efficiency in his businesses, former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has announced a migration of all his buess outfits into an umbrella brand known as the Priam Group.

The path into public service

  1. 1969–1989

    Cadet Assistant Superintendent to Deputy Director

    Nigeria Customs Service (Department of Customs and Excise)

    Joined as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent on 30 June 1969 and left on 30 April 1989 as a Deputy Director (Enforcement and Drugs, from 1987). Postings included Idi-Iroko, Ikeja Airport (1972), Apapa, Ibadan (1975, as Superintendent), Kano (1976), and Customs Area Administrator at Apapa and at Murtala Muhammed Airport in the 1980s. BLERF's summary of this service is broadly confirmed; accounts of "25 years" or a final rank of Deputy Comptroller are not.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • premiumtimesng.com
      Mr Abubakar will be standing in the crucial election almost three decades after he left the then Department of Customs and Excise on April 30, 1989, over his disappointment at being denied the top position in the agency; and the lure of politics.
    • premiumtimesng.com
      He had joined the agency as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent on June 30, 1969, a few weeks after taking a diploma in Law at the Institute of Administration of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.
    • Vanguard (first-person excerpt by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-27: "That was how I joined the Department of Customs and Excise in June 1969."

      That was how I joined the Department of Customs and Excise in June 1969.
    • en.wikipedia.org
      Abubakar worked in the Nigeria Customs Service for twenty years, rising to become the deputy director, as the second highest position in the Service was then known; he retired in April 1989 and took up full-time business and politics.
    • blerf.org
      later joined the Nigerian Customs and Excise Department, held various positions, retired from the Federal Civil Service as Deputy Director of Customs, 1989

  2. 1989

    Member

    Constituent Assembly

    Member of the 1988–1989 Constituent Assembly that drafted the 1989 Constitution.

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • ThisDay

      2023-02-25: "Atiku won a seat to represent his constituency at the 1989 Constituent Assembly, set up to decide a new constitution of Nigeria."

      Atiku won a seat to represent his constituency at the 1989 Constituent Assembly, set up to decide a new constitution of Nigeria.

  3. From 1999

    Chairman (as Vice President)

    National Boundary Commission

    Chaired by the Vice President under its establishing law; the end date is not recorded separately.

    Read the evidence · 1 source

  4. 1999–2007

    Chairman (as Vice President)

    National Council on Privatisation

    Oversaw the sale of state-owned enterprises during the Obasanjo administration.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Premium Times

      2013-04-02: "Atiku, in his capacity as the Vice President of the Federal Republic, was chairman of the NCP, the government committee entrusted with the responsibilty of managing the privatization programme initiated by the Olusegun Obasanjo adminstration"

      Atiku, in his capacity as the Vice President of the Federal Republic, was chairman of the NCP, the government committee entrusted with the responsibilty of managing the privatization programme initiated by the Olusegun Obasanjo adminstration
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): presided over the National Council on Privatization, overseeing the sale of hundreds of loss-making and poorly managed public enterprises

      presided over the National Council on Privatization, overseeing the sale of hundreds of loss-making and poorly managed public enterprises
    • The Sun (Nigeria) editorial

      2016-11-25: "He was the chairman of National Council on Privitisation; National Economic Intelligence Council, Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999-2007."

      He was the chairman of National Council on Privitisation; National Economic Intelligence Council, Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999-2007.

  5. 1999–2007

    Chairman (as Vice President)

    National Economic Council

    The Constitution makes the Vice President chairman of the council of state governors and federal economic officials.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), Third Schedule Part I(H), via Constitute Project

      "The National Economic Council shall comprise the following members- the Vice-President who shall be the Chairman;"

      The National Economic Council shall comprise the following members- the Vice-President who shall be the Chairman;
    • Wikipedia

      "His first term was mainly characterized by his role as Chairman of the National Economic Council and head of the [[National Council on Privatisation|National Council on Privatization]]"

      His first term was mainly characterized by his role as Chairman of the National Economic Council and head of the [[National Council on Privatisation|National Council on Privatization]]

  6. 1999–2007

    Vice President

    Peoples Democratic Party

    1. Took office

    2. Service ended

    Read the evidence · 7 sources
    • Supreme Court of Nigeria (NigeriaLII), AGF v Atiku Abubakar SC 31/2007

      2007-04-19: "A DECLARATION that the term of office of the plaintiff as the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria which commenced from 29 May 2003, still subsists and does not terminate until 29 May 2007."

      A DECLARATION that the term of office of the plaintiff as the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria which commenced from 29 May 2003, still subsists and does not terminate until 29 May 2007.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Atiku was sworn in as the vice president of Nigeria on 29th May 1999.

      Atiku was sworn in as the vice president of Nigeria on 29th May 1999.
    • Daily Trust

      2023-02-20: "Obasanjo and Atiku would be sworn in as president and vice president on May 29, 1999"

      Obasanjo and Atiku would be sworn in as president and vice president on May 29, 1999
    • ThisDay

      2023-02-25: "Atiku was sworn-in as Vice President of Nigeria on May 29, 1999."

      Atiku was sworn-in as Vice President of Nigeria on May 29, 1999.
    • Supreme Court of Nigeria (NigeriaLII)

      2007-04-19: "which commenced from 29 May 2003, still subsists and does not terminate until 29 May 2007"

      which commenced from 29 May 2003, still subsists and does not terminate until 29 May 2007
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): became Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999-2007

      became Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999-2007
    • Wikipedia

      "|term_start = 29 May 1999 |term_end = 29 May 2007"

      |term_start = 29 May 1999 |term_end = 29 May 2007

  7. Dates not recorded

    Tax Officer

    Northern Nigeria Regional Ministry of Finance

    Brief post before joining Customs. BLERF gives 1966; no other source dates it.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Wikipedia

      "worked briefly as a Tax Officer in the Regional Ministry of Finance, from where he gained admission to the School of Hygiene in Kano in 1966"

      worked briefly as a Tax Officer in the Regional Ministry of Finance, from where he gained admission to the School of Hygiene in Kano in 1966
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Appointed Tax Officer, Northern Nigeria Ministry of Finance, 1966

      Appointed Tax Officer, Northern Nigeria Ministry of Finance, 1966

Life outside
the office.

Work, writing and public family connections. The experiences and relationships beyond a political career.

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Work & organisations

  • From 2019

    Priam Group

    Founder · owner · Holding company

    Holding company registered on 24 December 2019. Its Yola woven-sack plant and Standard Micro Finance Bank were commissioned in May 2021.

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • Premium Times

      2019-12-24: "Abuja, 24 December 2019: In order to centralize operation and pursue better efficiency in his businesses, former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has announced a migration of all his buess outfits into an umbrella brand known as the Priam Group."

      Abuja, 24 December 2019: In order to centralize operation and pursue better efficiency in his businesses, former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has announced a migration of all his buess outfits into an umbrella brand known as the Priam Group.

  • From 2013

    Rico Gado Nutrition Nigeria Ltd

    Co-owner · owner · Agriculture

    Animal-feed joint venture with a Portuguese partner through Gesse Derdirabe Holdings, set up in 2013.

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • Vanguard

      2021-06-01: "before now Rico Gado another company of Atiku is purchasing all its sacks from Lagos"

      before now Rico Gado another company of Atiku is purchasing all its sacks from Lagos

  • From 2008

    Gotel Communications Ltd

    Founder · founder · Media

    Broadcaster based in Yola.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Premium Times

      2019-12-24: "In specific reference to some of the news reports in the media regarding Gotel Communication – Gotel TV and Radio – have been migrated to the Priam Group structure."

      In specific reference to some of the news reports in the media regarding Gotel Communication – Gotel TV and Radio – have been migrated to the Priam Group structure.
    • Daily Trust

      "When former Vice President Atiku Abubakar established North East’s first privately owned radio station in Yola, the Adamawa State capital in 2008"

      When former Vice President Atiku Abubakar established North East’s first privately owned radio station in Yola, the Adamawa State capital in 2008

  • From 2004

    Adama Beverages Ltd

    Founder · founder · Manufacturing

    Maker of Faro bottled water and juices in Yola, incorporated on 2 January 2004 according to the company.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • 247 Ureports

      2015-01-31: "The Multi-billion naira expansion work at the Adama Beverages Ltd"

      The Multi-billion naira expansion work at the Adama Beverages Ltd
    • The Sun (Nigeria) editorial

      2016-11-25: "He is the founder of Adama Beverages Limited, Yola."

      He is the founder of Adama Beverages Limited, Yola.
    • Billionaires.Africa

      2026-08-14: "Adama Beverages Limited was incorporated on Jan. 2, 2004 and manufactures fruit drinks and table water under the Faro brand."

      Adama Beverages Limited was incorporated on Jan. 2, 2004 and manufactures fruit drinks and table water under the Faro brand.
    • Adama Beverages Ltd (company site; faro.ng serves the same About page)

      "The company was incorporated on the 2nd January, 2004 in accordance and compliance with the provisions of the Companies and Allied Matter Act 1990 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Registration No. is 501520."

      The company was incorporated on the 2nd January, 2004 in accordance and compliance with the provisions of the Companies and Allied Matter Act 1990 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Registration No. is 501520.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Founder, Adama Beverages Limited, Yola, Adamawa State

      Founder, Adama Beverages Limited, Yola, Adamawa State

  • From 2003

    American University of Nigeria

    Founder · founder · Education

    Licensed in 2003 as ABTI American University of Nigeria; first students in autumn 2005; renamed AUN in 2007. BLERF's "since 1992" is incorrect.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • American University of Nigeria (official site)

      "The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was founded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, GCON, in Yola, the capital of his home state of Adamawa, Northeast Nigeria."

      The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was founded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, GCON, in Yola, the capital of his home state of Adamawa, Northeast Nigeria.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Founder, American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, Adamawa State, since 1992

      Founder, American University of Nigeria (AUN), Yola, Adamawa State, since 1992

  • From 2002

    ABTI Academy (now AUN Academy)

    Founder · founder · Education

    School in Yola founded in 2002 according to AUN. His 2017 account dates his "ABTI schools" to 1992, which BLERF turned into "AUN since 1992".

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • American University of Nigeria (official site)

      "Having first established a private primary and secondary school, ABTI Academy (now AUN Academy) in 2002, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar approached the American University (AU) in Washington, DC, for advice and assistance in establishing an American-style university."

      Having first established a private primary and secondary school, ABTI Academy (now AUN Academy) in 2002, His Excellency Atiku Abubakar approached the American University (AU) in Washington, DC, for advice and assistance in establishing an American-style university.
    • Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) on X, read via publish.twitter.com oEmbed

      2017-09-07: "3. ABTI schools, 1992"

      3. ABTI schools, 1992
    • Vanguard (first-person excerpt by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-27: "We later set up ABTI Academy, an elite high school with boarding facilities modeled after the British public school."

      We later set up ABTI Academy, an elite high school with boarding facilities modeled after the British public school.

  • From 1996

    Prodeco Ltd

    Founder · owner · Construction

    Property and oil-and-gas construction company incorporated in March 1996. His ownership rests on his own account; the company's site does not name him.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources

  • From 1981

    Gesse Derdirabe Farms

    Founder · founder · Agriculture

    Farm near Yola, started in 1981 (BLERF and his own 2017 account say 1982). Large-scale farming stopped in 1986; the farm and holding company continue.

    Read the evidence · 4 sources

  • 1982–2020

    Intels Nigeria Ltd (formerly Nigeria Container Services, NICOTES)

    Co-founder and shareholder · founder · Oil and gas logistics

    Co-founded NICOTES, later Intels, with Gabriele Volpi; Premium Times, the BBC and an Intels spokesman give 1982, while BLERF and his own 2017 account say 1989. He sold his remaining interest in December 2020. The size of his stake is reported only by unnamed officials.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Intels (company site)

      "Mr. Volpi founds"

      Mr. Volpi founds
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Co-founder, Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) now INTELS (an oil servicing business with extensive operations in Nigeria and abroad), since 1989

      Co-founder, Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) now INTELS (an oil servicing business with extensive operations in Nigeria and abroad), since 1989
    • Premium Times

      2018-12-29: "He had established Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) with an Italian friend, Gabrielle Volpi in 1982 while serving as Customs Area Administrator at the Apapa Ports."

      He had established Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) with an Italian friend, Gabrielle Volpi in 1982 while serving as Customs Area Administrator at the Apapa Ports.
    • BusinessDay

      2021-01-04: "Tommaso Ruffinoni, INTELS spokesman, said Atiku, through his trust named Guernsey Trust International, sold shares of Orlean-Invest Group, Intels’ holding company, between December 2018 and January 2019, for a sum of approximately USD$60 million."

      Tommaso Ruffinoni, INTELS spokesman, said Atiku, through his trust named Guernsey Trust International, sold shares of Orlean-Invest Group, Intels’ holding company, between December 2018 and January 2019, for a sum of approximately USD$60 million.
    • Vanguard (first-person excerpt by Atiku Abubakar)

      2014-09-27: "I met Gabriel Volpi when he was working at Apapa Ports in 1982."

      I met Gabriel Volpi when he was working at Apapa Ports in 1982.

  • 1989

    Peoples Front of Nigeria

    National Vice-Chairman · Party politics

    Political association led by Shehu Musa Yar'Adua that was refused registration in 1989; its members moved into the Social Democratic Party (1989–1993).

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • ThisDay

      2023-02-25: "In 1989 Atiku was elected a National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Front of Nigeria, the political association led by Yar'Adua, to participate in the transition programme initiated by Head of State Ibrahim Babangida."

      In 1989 Atiku was elected a National Vice-Chairman of the Peoples Front of Nigeria, the political association led by Yar'Adua, to participate in the transition programme initiated by Head of State Ibrahim Babangida.
    • Daily Trust

      2023-02-20: "Atiku resigned from the customs, in 1989 at 43, and helped float Yar'Adua Peoples Front of Nigeria, a political movement that collapsed into the Social Democratic Party and later the Peoples Democratic Party in 1998."

      Atiku resigned from the customs, in 1989 at 43, and helped float Yar'Adua Peoples Front of Nigeria, a political movement that collapsed into the Social Democratic Party and later the Peoples Democratic Party in 1998.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): People's Front of Nigeria (PFN), 1989 (National Vice-Chairman)

      People's Front of Nigeria (PFN), 1989 (National Vice-Chairman)

Family in public life

Documented relationships with people in public life. A family connection alone does not establish a business interest or wrongdoing.

  • Spouse

    Amina Titi Atiku-Abubakar

    First wife of Vice President Atiku Abubakar (married 1971); founder of the Women Trafficking and Child Labour Eradication Foundation (WOTCLEF); Second Lady of Nigeria, 1999-2007.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • vanguardngr.com
      Hajiya Titi Atiku Abubakar, wife of the Presidential Candidate of the PDP, Atiku Abubakar has said that her husband is a man of integrity, stressing that she married him for his honesty and patriotism.
    • premiumtimesng.com
      Titi Atiku-Abubakar, the wife of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar on Tuesday said she never stole government's money to run Women Trafficking and Child Labour Eradication Foundation (WOTCLEF).
    • punchng.com
      Mrs Titi Atiku-Abubakar, wife of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, speaks to HINDI LIVINUS about the genesis of her campaign against human trafficking and the success made so far, among other issues
    • en.wikipedia.org
      Amina Titilayo Atiku-Abubakar (born Titilayo Albert; 6 June 1951) is a Nigerian advocate of women and child rights and the wife of former vice president of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar.
    • wotclef.org.ng
      Her Excellency, Chief Mrs Amina Titi Atiku Abubakar, the wife of the former Vice President of Nigeria was born in Lagos on 6th June 1950.

  • Daughter

    Fatima Atiku Abubakar

    Adamawa State Commissioner for Health, 2015–2019.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Iya Patu Foundation (her own bio)

      "As the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Adamawa State September 2015 - May 2019"

      As the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Adamawa State September 2015 - May 2019
    • BellaNaija (NAN)

      2015-08-28: "Fatima Atiku , daughter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and newly appointed Adamawa Commissioner of Health, has forfeited her salary and allowances for use in revitalizing the health sector in the state."

      Fatima Atiku , daughter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and newly appointed Adamawa Commissioner of Health, has forfeited her salary and allowances for use in revitalizing the health sector in the state.

  • Son

    Adamu Atiku Abubakar

    Adamawa State Commissioner for Works and Energy Development from November 2019 to March 2026; an ADC Senate aspirant for Adamawa South who is not on INEC's 2027 final list. Holds the Sardaunan Ganye title since 2020.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • INEC — 2027 Senate Final List of Candidates

      2026-09-12: "13 ADAMAWA ADAMAWA BINOS DAUDA ADC None 71 M PRIMARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE WAEC B.Sc, B.A,"

      13 ADAMAWA ADAMAWA BINOS DAUDA ADC None 71 M PRIMARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE WAEC B.Sc, B.A,
    • Sahara Reporters

      2026-03-02: "Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the first son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned from his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State."

      Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the first son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned from his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State.
    • Vanguard

      2026-03-03: "“I write to formally tender my resignation from the office of Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamawa State, effective from today, 2nd March, 2026,” the letter read."

      “I write to formally tender my resignation from the office of Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamawa State, effective from today, 2nd March, 2026,” the letter read.
    • Ripples Nigeria

      2019-11-25: "Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has inaugurated 23 new commissioners to join his cabinet, among whom is Adamu Atiku, a son of former vice president Atiku Abubakar ."

      Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has inaugurated 23 new commissioners to join his cabinet, among whom is Adamu Atiku, a son of former vice president Atiku Abubakar .
    • Peoples Gazette (NAN)

      2023-07-27: "Adamu Atiku and Aloysius Babadoke (Jada)"

      Adamu Atiku and Aloysius Babadoke (Jada)

  • Son

    Aliyu Atiku Abubakar

    Turakin Adamawa (traditional title) since June 2017.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • The Whistler

      2017-06-02: "“His son, Aliyu, who is also son of Hajja, the younger sister of the present Lamido of Adamawa, Dr. Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Mustapha was also confirmed as the new Turaki, taking over from his father Atiku Abubakar.’’"

      “His son, Aliyu, who is also son of Hajja, the younger sister of the present Lamido of Adamawa, Dr. Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Mustapha was also confirmed as the new Turaki, taking over from his father Atiku Abubakar.’’
    • Daily Trust

      2017-06-11: "In his response, Atiku, sitting next to his son, Aliyu Atiku Abubakar, who succeeded him as Turaki Adamawa, thanked the Lamido for finding him worthy of such an important position."

      In his response, Atiku, sitting next to his son, Aliyu Atiku Abubakar, who succeeded him as Turaki Adamawa, thanked the Lamido for finding him worthy of such an important position.

  • Son

    Abba Atiku Abubakar

    Joined the APC in January 2026; has held no public office.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • allAfrica (Daily Trust)

      2026-01-27: "The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday formally received Abba Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)"

      The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday formally received Abba Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
    • Daily Trust

      2026-01-27: "The junior Atiku spoke in Yola, capital of Adamawa state after his formal registration as a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at Gwadabawa Ward in Yola North."

      The junior Atiku spoke in Yola, capital of Adamawa state after his formal registration as a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at Gwadabawa Ward in Yola North.

In their own words

Books, articles and other published work.

  • My Life

    book

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Wikipedia

      "{{cite book|title=My Life|last=Atiku|first=Abubakar|publisher=Africana Legacy Press|year=2013|location=Abuja}}"

      {{cite book|title=My Life|last=Atiku|first=Abubakar|publisher=Africana Legacy Press|year=2013|location=Abuja}}
    • Goodreads

      "First published October 1, 2005"

      First published October 1, 2005
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): “My Life”.

      “My Life”.
    • Vanguard

      2013-08-18: "In his soon-to-be released auto-biography, ATIKU ABUBAKAR, THE STORY OF MY LIFE, Sunday Vanguard discovered"

      In his soon-to-be released auto-biography, ATIKU ABUBAKAR, THE STORY OF MY LIFE, Sunday Vanguard discovered
    • Amazon (Kindle listing)

      "MY LIFE is based largely on a series of interviews I granted the biographer."

      MY LIFE is based largely on a series of interviews I granted the biographer.

  • My Covenant with Nigerians

    2022 · paper · Atiku Abubakar presidential campaign (PDP)

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • BusinessDay

      2022-05-26: "The policy document tagged, ‘My Covenant with Nigerians,’ is an update on the 2019 document which could not be implemented for the benefit of Nigerians."

      The policy document tagged, ‘My Covenant with Nigerians,’ is an update on the 2019 document which could not be implemented for the benefit of Nigerians.

  • Let's Get Nigeria Working Again

    2018 · paper · Atiku Abubakar presidential campaign (PDP)

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Nairametrics

      2018-11-19: "The Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar today released his policy document titled let’s Get Nigeria Working Again."

      The Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar today released his policy document titled let’s Get Nigeria Working Again.
    • Al Jazeera

      2018-11-19: "Unveiling his plan to ramp up growth in his policy document,"

      Unveiling his plan to ramp up growth in his policy document,

  • Making Good Things Happen: The Atiku Abubakar Policy Document

    2010 · book · Adonis & Abbey Publishers, London

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • openlibrary.org
      title: Making good things happen | subtitle: the Atiku Abubakar policy document | by_statement: Atiku Abubakar | publishers: Adonis & Abbey | publish_date: 2010 | publish_places: London | isbn_13: 9781906704810 | oclc_numbers: 798461366
    • books.google.com
      Making Good Things Happen: The Atiku Abubakar Policy Document | Author: Abubakar Atiku | Publisher: Adonis & Abbey, 2010 | ISBN: 1906704813, 9781906704810 | Length: 100 pages
    • Open Library catalogue record

      "Making Good Things Happen / Adonis & Abbey Publishers Ltd / Jan 09, 2011 / 120 pages / ISBN 1906704848"

      Making Good Things Happen / Adonis & Abbey Publishers Ltd / Jan 09, 2011 / 120 pages / ISBN 1906704848
    • Open Library catalogue record

      "Making good things happen / the Atiku Abubakar policy document / Adonis & Abbey / 2010 / London / 93 / Atiku Abubakar"

      Making good things happen / the Atiku Abubakar policy document / Adonis & Abbey / 2010 / London / 93 / Atiku Abubakar
    • adonis-abbey.com
      Making Good Things Happen: Atiku Abubakar's Policy Document | Author : By Atiku Abubakar | Publication date: November 25, 2010 | Total Pages 100 | ISBN 9781906704810

  • PTDF: The Facts, the Fiction

    2006 · paper

    Read the evidence · 1 source
    • Open Library catalogue record

      "PTDF / the facts, the fiction : presentation to the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on Investigations into the affairs of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund / 2006 / 14 / by Atiku Abubakar."

      PTDF / the facts, the fiction : presentation to the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on Investigations into the affairs of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund / 2006 / 14 / by Atiku Abubakar.

The record,
in public.

Elections contested, legislation and recognition. Read the entries, follow their sources, and form your own view.

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At the ballot

  • 2027 · Presidential primary

    African Democratic Congress · Won

    1,846,370 votes

    Record notes

    INEC final list of candidates (Presidential), published 2026-09-12 — SN 5; INEC name: ABUBAKAR ATIKU; age 79; male; qualification (as declared to INEC): F.S.L.C. WASC MA. (INT. RELATIONS Direct ADC primary held on 25 May 2026 and declared on 27 May 2026: 1,846,370 votes, ahead of Rotimi Amaechi (504,117) and Hayatu-Deen (177,120). Amaechi, who first challenged the primary in court, was named running mate on 15 June 2026.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Sahara Reporters

      2026-05-27: "The ADC presidential primary process commenced on Monday, May 25, 2026, with accredited party members across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory participating in the exercise through the direct primary system adopted by the party leadership."

      The ADC presidential primary process commenced on Monday, May 25, 2026, with accredited party members across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory participating in the exercise through the direct primary system adopted by the party leadership.
    • Naija News

      2026-05-27: "According to the final results declared by the returning officer of the ADC presidential primary election, Tunde Ogbeha, on Wednesday night, Atiku polled 1,846,370 votes to defeat his other challengers and emerge as the ADC presidential candidate for the 2027 elections."

      According to the final results declared by the returning officer of the ADC presidential primary election, Tunde Ogbeha, on Wednesday night, Atiku polled 1,846,370 votes to defeat his other challengers and emerge as the ADC presidential candidate for the 2027 elections.
    • News Agency of Nigeria

      2026-05-27: "Chairman of the Presidential Primary Election Committee, Chief Ikechi Emenike, said 2,527,977 registered members of the party participated in the exercise."

      Chairman of the Presidential Primary Election Committee, Chief Ikechi Emenike, said 2,527,977 registered members of the party participated in the exercise.
    • Premium Times

      2026-05-27: "He said Mr Abubakar emerged after polling a total of 1,846,370 to defeat Mr Amaechi, who came second with 504,117 votes, and Mr Hayatu-Deen, who secured 177,120 votes."

      He said Mr Abubakar emerged after polling a total of 1,846,370 to defeat Mr Amaechi, who came second with 504,117 votes, and Mr Hayatu-Deen, who secured 177,120 votes.
    • guardian.ng
      Atiku Abubakar — presidential 2027

  • 2023 · Presidential election

    Peoples Democratic Party · Lost

    6,984,520 votes · 29.07%

    Record notes

    PDP candidate in the 25 February 2023 election; placed second. INEC declared Bola Tinubu (APC, 8,794,726) the winner on 1 March 2023. His petition was dismissed by the Presidential Election Petition Court on 6 September 2023 and the Supreme Court on 26 October 2023.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Wikipedia

      "| election_date = 25 February 2023 ... | popular_vote2 = 6,984,520 | percentage2 = 29.07%"

      | election_date = 25 February 2023 ... | popular_vote2 = 6,984,520 | percentage2 = 29.07%
    • The ICIR

      2023-03-01: "The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday, March 1, declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu, winner of Saturday's presidential election."

      The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday, March 1, declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu, winner of Saturday's presidential election.
    • Vanguard

      2023-03-01: "INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, who announced the final results in the early hours of Wednesday in Abuja, said Atiku Abubakar of the PDP came second in the election."

      INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, who announced the final results in the early hours of Wednesday in Abuja, said Atiku Abubakar of the PDP came second in the election.

  • 2023 · Presidential primary

    Peoples Democratic Party · Won

    371 votes

    Record notes

    PDP presidential primary in Abuja for the 2023 election. Runner-up Nyesom Wike polled 237.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • ThisDay

      2022-05-29: "In the result of the primary election announced by the Chief Returning Officer and former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, Atiku polled 371 votes to defeat his main challenger and Governor of Rivers State, Mr Nyesom Wike, who scored 237 votes."

      In the result of the primary election announced by the Chief Returning Officer and former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, Atiku polled 371 votes to defeat his main challenger and Governor of Rivers State, Mr Nyesom Wike, who scored 237 votes.
    • Sahara Reporters

      2022-05-28: "Atiku polled 371 – the highest votes – in the election which held at MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja on Saturday."

      Atiku polled 371 – the highest votes – in the election which held at MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja on Saturday.

  • 2019 · Presidential election

    Peoples Democratic Party · Lost

    11,262,978 votes · 41.22%

    Record notes

    PDP candidate with Peter Obi as running mate in the 23 February 2019 election; INEC declared Muhammadu Buhari (APC, 15,191,847) the winner on 27 February 2019. BLERF gives the declaration date as the election date. His petition was dismissed by the tribunal on 11 September 2019 and the Supreme Court on 30 October 2019.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Vanguard

      2019-02-27: "Following the collation of results of the 23 February election the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate and incumbent president, Muhammadu Buhari as the winner of the 2019 Presidential election on Wednesday."

      Following the collation of results of the 23 February election the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate and incumbent president, Muhammadu Buhari as the winner of the 2019 Presidential election on Wednesday.
    • Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room

      "Following the conduct of the Presidential election on Saturday, 23 rd February 2019, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood announced President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as winner of the election and issued Certificates of Return to him and his running mate, Prof. Yemi Osibanjo on Wednesday, 27 th February 2019."

      Following the conduct of the Presidential election on Saturday, 23 rd February 2019, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood announced President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as winner of the election and issued Certificates of Return to him and his running mate, Prof. Yemi Osibanjo on Wednesday, 27 th February 2019.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Unfortunately, he lost to President Buhari on February 27, 2019.

      Unfortunately, he lost to President Buhari on February 27, 2019.
    • Legit.ng

      2019-02-27: "The INEC chairman announced that Muhammadu Buhari of the APC scored 15,191,847 votes, while Atiku Abubakar of the PDP scored 11,262,978."

      The INEC chairman announced that Muhammadu Buhari of the APC scored 15,191,847 votes, while Atiku Abubakar of the PDP scored 11,262,978.
    • Al Jazeera

      2019-02-27: "His main opponent, Atiku Abubakar of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), received 41 percent or 11.3m votes."

      His main opponent, Atiku Abubakar of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), received 41 percent or 11.3m votes.

  • 2019 · Presidential primary

    Peoples Democratic Party · Won

    1,532 votes

    Record notes

    PDP presidential primary in Port Harcourt for the 2019 election; voting began on 6 October and the result was declared on 7 October 2018. Runner-up Aminu Waziri Tambuwal polled 693.

    Read the evidence · 4 sources
    • ThisDay

      2018-10-07: "He polled 1532 votes to defeat 11 other aspirants in an election that spanned Saturday night till about 10.40am Sunday when the results were announced."

      He polled 1532 votes to defeat 11 other aspirants in an election that spanned Saturday night till about 10.40am Sunday when the results were announced.
    • The ICIR

      2022: "The primary election of the PDP for the 2019 presidential poll took place at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on October 6, 2018."

      The primary election of the PDP for the 2019 presidential poll took place at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on October 6, 2018.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): He won the party's nomination on October 7 at its convention. He also defeated other contestants with 1,532 votes, leading the Governor of Sokoto state Aminu Tambuwal by 839 votes.

      He won the party's nomination on October 7 at its convention. He also defeated other contestants with 1,532 votes, leading the Governor of Sokoto state Aminu Tambuwal by 839 votes.
    • The Punch

      2018-10-07: "The Chairman of the PDP Convention Committee and Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, announced the results of the primary on Sunday morning."

      The Chairman of the PDP Convention Committee and Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, announced the results of the primary on Sunday morning.

  • 2015 · Presidential primary

    All Progressives Congress · Lost

    954 votes

    Record notes

    APC presidential primary in Lagos for the 2015 election; voting ran overnight and the result was declared on 11 December 2014. He placed third behind Muhammadu Buhari (3,430) and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso (974).

    Read the evidence · 4 sources
    • Vanguard

      2014-12-11: "His votes outnumbered those of Kano State governor, Dr Rabiu Kwankwanso and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar who got 974 and 954 votes respectively."

      His votes outnumbered those of Kano State governor, Dr Rabiu Kwankwanso and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar who got 974 and 954 votes respectively.
    • Channels Television

      2014-12-11: "Buhari scored 3,430 votes to defeat other aspirants; former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar (954 votes); Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso (974 votes); Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha (624 votes) and the Publisher of Leadership Newspapers, Sam Nda-Isaiah (10 votes) with 16 votes recorded as invalid."

      Buhari scored 3,430 votes to defeat other aspirants; former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar (954 votes); Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso (974 votes); Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha (624 votes) and the Publisher of Leadership Newspapers, Sam Nda-Isaiah (10 votes) with 16 votes recorded as invalid.
    • Sahara Reporters

      2014-12-11: "Voting totals: Gen. Buhari: 3,430, Atiku: 954, Kwankwaso: 974, Okorocha: 674, Nda-Isaiah: 10."

      Voting totals: Gen. Buhari: 3,430, Atiku: 954, Kwankwaso: 974, Okorocha: 674, Nda-Isaiah: 10.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): He however, lost to the APC primaries to President Muhammadu Buhari.

      He however, lost to the APC primaries to President Muhammadu Buhari.

  • 2011 · Presidential primary

    Peoples Democratic Party · Lost

    805 votes

    Record notes

    PDP presidential primary at Eagle Square, Abuja. He had been adopted as the northern consensus aspirant on 22 November 2010, and lost to President Goodluck Jonathan, who polled 2,736 votes.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): In January 2011, Atiku Abubakar contested for the Presidential ticket of his party alongside President Goodluck Jonathan and Sarah Jubril, He lost the primary to President Goodluck Jonathan.

      In January 2011, Atiku Abubakar contested for the Presidential ticket of his party alongside President Goodluck Jonathan and Sarah Jubril, He lost the primary to President Goodluck Jonathan.
    • Sahara Reporters

      2011-01-14: "According to Professor Tunde Adeniran, the returning officer, 3542 votes were cast during the primaries. Goodluck Jonathan received the highest number of votes—2736—representing 78% of the total votes cast. He was trailed by Abubakar Atiku who scored 805 votes."

      According to Professor Tunde Adeniran, the returning officer, 3542 votes were cast during the primaries. Goodluck Jonathan received the highest number of votes—2736—representing 78% of the total votes cast. He was trailed by Abubakar Atiku who scored 805 votes.

  • 2007 · Presidential election

    Lost

    2,637,848 votes · 7.45%

    Record notes

    Action Congress (AC) candidate, placed third behind Umaru Musa Yar'Adua (PDP) and Muhammadu Buhari (ANPP). The AC later became the ACN and merged into the APC in 2013; it has no party record here. The figures are those announced by INEC's chairman on 23 April 2007; INEC's website later showed 2,567,798 (7.25%) and no state-by-state breakdown was published. He was on the ballot only after the Supreme Court ruled on 16 April 2007 that INEC could not disqualify him.

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Wikipedia

      "|popular_vote3=2,637,848 |percentage3=7.45%"

      |popular_vote3=2,637,848 |percentage3=7.45%
    • ThisDay

      2023-02-25: "On December 20, 2006, he was chosen as the presidential candidate of the then Action Congress (AC)."

      On December 20, 2006, he was chosen as the presidential candidate of the then Action Congress (AC).
    • Pulse Nigeria

      2023-02-21: "This is the result Iwu announced: ... Atiku Abubakar (AC) — 2,637,848 (7.45%)"

      This is the result Iwu announced: ... Atiku Abubakar (AC) — 2,637,848 (7.45%)
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): came third place, behind PDP Candidate, Umaru Yar'Adua and ANPP Candidate, Muhammadu Buhari, with approximately 7% of the vote (2.6 million votes).

      came third place, behind PDP Candidate, Umaru Yar'Adua and ANPP Candidate, Muhammadu Buhari, with approximately 7% of the vote (2.6 million votes).
    • National Democratic Institute (Final Report on Nigeria's 2007 Elections)

      2008-04-30: "On April 23, INEC Chairman Iwu announced that Yar'Adua had received over 70 percent of the vote, though he did not state the figure of the total votes cast nationwide or the percentage scored by each of the candidates."

      On April 23, INEC Chairman Iwu announced that Yar'Adua had received over 70 percent of the vote, though he did not state the figure of the total votes cast nationwide or the percentage scored by each of the candidates.

  • 2003 · Vice Presidential election

    Peoples Democratic Party · Won

    24,456,140 votes · 61.94%

    Record notes

    Re-elected as running mate to Olusegun Obasanjo in the 19 April 2003 election; INEC declared the result on 22 April 2003. Votes and share are the ticket total. His second term began on 29 May 2003.

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • CNN

      2003-04-22: "Nigeria's incumbent president, Olusegun Obasanjo, was declared the winner of the country's presidential election Tuesday"

      Nigeria's incumbent president, Olusegun Obasanjo, was declared the winner of the country's presidential election Tuesday
    • IFES ElectionGuide

      "Olesugun OBASANJO 24,456,140 61.94%"

      Olesugun OBASANJO 24,456,140 61.94%

  • 1999 · Vice Presidential election

    Peoples Democratic Party · Won

    18,738,154 votes · 62.78%

    Record notes

    Running mate to Olusegun Obasanjo on the PDP ticket in the 27 February 1999 presidential election. Votes and share are the Obasanjo–Atiku ticket total. He was sworn in as Vice President on 29 May 1999.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Wikipedia

      "| popular_vote1 = '''18,738,154''' | percentage1 = '''62.78%'''"

      | popular_vote1 = '''18,738,154''' | percentage1 = '''62.78%'''
    • ThisDay

      2023-02-25: "The Obasanjo-Atiku ticket won the February 27, 1999 presidential election with 62.78 per cent of the votes."

      The Obasanjo-Atiku ticket won the February 27, 1999 presidential election with 62.78 per cent of the votes.
    • BBC News

      1999-03-01: "Nigeria's independent National Electoral Commission said Mr Obasanjo had receieved 18.7 million votes, against Mr Falae's 11.1 million."

      Nigeria's independent National Electoral Commission said Mr Obasanjo had receieved 18.7 million votes, against Mr Falae's 11.1 million.

  • 1999 · Gubernatorial election

    Peoples Democratic Party · Won · Adamawa

    Record notes

    Elected Governor of Adamawa State in the January 1999 election (BLERF says 1998). He relinquished the office before inauguration after Olusegun Obasanjo chose him as running mate, reported in February 1999, and was never sworn in as governor. Vote totals are not recorded here.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Wikipedia

      "The 1999 Adamawa State gubernatorial election occurred in Nigeria on January 9, 1999."

      The 1999 Adamawa State gubernatorial election occurred in Nigeria on January 9, 1999.
    • Daily Trust

      2023-02-20: "The only popular election victory Atiku has had so far was his defeat of Bala Takaya in the 1999 gubernatorial election."

      The only popular election victory Atiku has had so far was his defeat of Bala Takaya in the 1999 gubernatorial election.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): In 1998, he contested as the governor of Adamawa state under People's Democratic Party and won.

      In 1998, he contested as the governor of Adamawa state under People's Democratic Party and won.

  • 1993 · Presidential primary

    Withdrawn

    2,066 votes

    Record notes

    Social Democratic Party (the 1989–1993 SDP) presidential convention in Jos, March 1993. He placed third on the first ballot with 2,066 votes behind Moshood Abiola and Baba Gana Kingibe, then withdrew and backed Abiola. BLERF dates this run to 1992 and spells the runner-up "Kinigbe".

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Legit.ng, quoting Atiku's autobiography 'My Life'

      2022-08-01: "Altogether, 27 of us from various states converged in Jos in March 1993 to contest the SDP Presidential ticket at the national convention of the party."

      Altogether, 27 of us from various states converged in Jos in March 1993 to contest the SDP Presidential ticket at the national convention of the party.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Abubakar ran for Nigeria presidential office under Social Democratic Party in 1992. Eventually, he came third in the convention primaries, losing to MKO Abiola and Babagana Kinigbe.

      Abubakar ran for Nigeria presidential office under Social Democratic Party in 1992. Eventually, he came third in the convention primaries, losing to MKO Abiola and Babagana Kinigbe.
    • City People

      2019: "At the end of the 1st ballot, Abiola came 1st with 3,617 votes, Kingibe came a close second with 3,225 votes, while Atiku placed a respectable 3rd with 2,066 votes."

      At the end of the 1st ballot, Abiola came 1st with 3,617 votes, Kingibe came a close second with 3,225 votes, while Atiku placed a respectable 3rd with 2,066 votes.

  • 1991 · Gubernatorial primary

    Disqualified · Adamawa

    Record notes

    Social Democratic Party (the 1989–1993 SDP, a different legal entity from today's SDP) governorship primary in the new Adamawa State, November 1991. He won the primary but was disqualified by the Babangida military government before the election. His 1 September 1990 declaration was for the former Gongola State, which was split into Adamawa and Taraba in 1991. Vote totals are not recorded here.

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Atiku announced his Gongola state gubernatorial run on 1st September 1990 ... he won the SDP primaries in November 1991 but was disqualified from contesting in the election.

      Atiku announced his Gongola state gubernatorial run on 1st September 1990 ... he won the SDP primaries in November 1991 but was disqualified from contesting in the election.
    • Daily Trust

      2023-02-20: "His first run in the Adamawa governorship election in 1991 was truncated when then Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, annulled the party primaries in several states, including Adamawa. Atiku and his adversary, Bala Takaya, were barred from contesting for governorship elections in the state."

      His first run in the Adamawa governorship election in 1991 was truncated when then Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, annulled the party primaries in several states, including Adamawa. Atiku and his adversary, Bala Takaya, were barred from contesting for governorship elections in the state.
    • ThisDay

      2023-02-25: "On September 1, 1990, Atiku announced his Gongola State gubernatorial bid. A year later, before the elections could hold, Gongola State was broken up into two – Adamawa and Taraba states. Atiku fell into the new Adamawa State. After the contest, he won SDP primaries in November 1991 but was soon disqualified by the government from contesting the elections."

      On September 1, 1990, Atiku announced his Gongola State gubernatorial bid. A year later, before the elections could hold, Gongola State was broken up into two – Adamawa and Taraba states. Atiku fell into the new Adamawa State. After the contest, he won SDP primaries in November 1991 but was soon disqualified by the government from contesting the elections.

Recognition

  • Atayese of Ijeshaland

    Owa Obokun of Ijeshaland

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • The Eagle Online

      2025-05-24: "The former Vice President, who is also Atayese of Ijeshaland, was accompanied by his wife, Hajjia Titi Abubakar, who hails from Ilesha township in the state."

      The former Vice President, who is also Atayese of Ijeshaland, was accompanied by his wife, Hajjia Titi Abubakar, who hails from Ilesha township in the state.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Atunluse of Ijesa Land

      Atunluse of Ijesa Land

  • Sardaunan Ganye

    Gangwari Ganye, Ganye Chiefdom

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Sardauna of Ganiye Town, Adamawa State

      Sardauna of Ganiye Town, Adamawa State
    • The Eagle Online

      2021-11-26: "The Ganye Chiefdom’s Sardauna title was first held by the former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Waziri Adamawa and father to Adamu Atiku. Atiku Abubakar relinquished the title to his son in 2020, making him the second Sardauna."

      The Ganye Chiefdom’s Sardauna title was first held by the former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Waziri Adamawa and father to Adamu Atiku. Atiku Abubakar relinquished the title to his son in 2020, making him the second Sardauna.

  • Aare Adimula of Ife

    Ooni of Ife

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  • Baagbile Oke-Ona Egba

    Oke-Ona Egba, Egbaland

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  • Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON)

    Federal Government of Nigeria

    Read the evidence · 3 sources
    • American University of Nigeria (official site)

      "The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was founded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, GCON"

      The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was founded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, GCON
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, (GCON)

      Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, (GCON)
    • The Sun (Nigeria) editorial

      2016-11-25: "For his numerous services to the nation, Atiku was bestowed with the national honour Grand commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON)."

      For his numerous services to the nation, Atiku was bestowed with the national honour Grand commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON).

  • Wazirin Adamawa

    2017 · Lamido of Adamawa

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • Daily Trust

      "Following the appointment of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the new Waziri Adamawa by Lamido Adamawa, Dr Muhammadu Barkindo Mustapha, on June 1, 2017, kingmakers, district heads and council members in the Emirate Council paid homage to the new Waziri at his residence in Yola on June 3, 2017."

      Following the appointment of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as the new Waziri Adamawa by Lamido Adamawa, Dr Muhammadu Barkindo Mustapha, on June 1, 2017, kingmakers, district heads and council members in the Emirate Council paid homage to the new Waziri at his residence in Yola on June 3, 2017.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Waziri Adamawa (no year)

      Waziri Adamawa (no year)
    • Daily Nigerian

      2025-06-25: "But addressing a press conference on Wednesday, state commissioner for information and strategy, Iliya James, said the new policy has not stripped any individual of their title."

      But addressing a press conference on Wednesday, state commissioner for information and strategy, Iliya James, said the new policy has not stripped any individual of their title.
    • Premium Times

      2025-06-25: "has been stripped of his traditional title of Wazirin Adamawa following a new directive by the state government"

      has been stripped of his traditional title of Wazirin Adamawa following a new directive by the state government
    • Daily Nigerian (NAN report)

      2018-11-25: "A former vice president and the presidential candidate of PDP, Atiku Abubakar, has been formally turbaned the 7th Waziri of Adamawa Emirate."

      A former vice president and the presidential candidate of PDP, Atiku Abubakar, has been formally turbaned the 7th Waziri of Adamawa Emirate.

  • Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award

    2011 · National Peace Corps Association

    Read the evidence · 5 sources
    • businessday.ng
      And in 2011, while celebrating the 50th anniversary of the US Peace Corps, the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) honoured Atiku with the prestigious Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award
    • National Peace Corps Association press release (archived)

      2012-08-23: "In 2011, he received the first Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award, named for the former U.S. Senator and special assistant to U.S. President John F. Kennedy who was instrumental in the formation of the Peace Corps."

      In 2011, he received the first Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award, named for the former U.S. Senator and special assistant to U.S. President John F. Kennedy who was instrumental in the formation of the Peace Corps.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award by National Peace Corps Association (NPCA)

      Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award by National Peace Corps Association (NPCA)
    • thewhistler.ng
      in 2011, while celebrating the 50th anniversary of the US Peace Corps, the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) honoured Atiku with the prestigious Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award
    • peacecorpsconnect.org
      2011: Atiku Abubakar — Atiku Abubakar — a Nigerian politician, businessman and philanthropist — was the first recipient of the Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award, which was presented at the Promise of the Peace Corps Gala in September 2011.

  • Turakin Adamawa

    1982 · Lamido of Adamawa

    Read the evidence · 2 sources
    • Daily Trust

      "Until now, Atiku had been the Turaki Adamawa since 1982 when he was turbaned at the age of 36 by the immediate past Lamido, Alhaji Aliyu Mustapha."

      Until now, Atiku had been the Turaki Adamawa since 1982 when he was turbaned at the age of 36 by the immediate past Lamido, Alhaji Aliyu Mustapha.
    • Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)

      BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): Turbanned Turaki Adamawa, 1982

      Turbanned Turaki Adamawa, 1982
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Corruption & public accountability

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Legal proceedings & outcomes

Each proceeding keeps its own status and outcome. An allegation, charge, conviction, dismissal and acquittal describe different things.

Suit to void the 2022 APC and PDP presidential primaries

Recorded status
Dismissed
Type / forum
Electoral · Federal High Court, Abuja; Court Of Appeal; Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number
FHC/ABJ/CS/942/2022
Filed
Not recorded
Resolved
Not recorded

Recorded outcome

This pre-election suit sought to void the APC and PDP primaries that produced Tinubu and Atiku as the 2023 candidates. On 15 December 2022 Justice Inyang Ekwo dismissed it for lack of locus standi. The Court of Appeal upheld the dismissal and awarded N100,000 costs against the appellants in favour of Tinubu and Atiku. The Supreme Court then dismissed the further appeal; Nigerian Tribune reported this on 30 March 2023. Atiku was a defendant, and the suit failed at every level.

Read the evidence · 3 sources
  • Nigerian Tribune

    2023-03-30: "The Supreme Court on Thursday, dismissed an appeal brought before it by a former Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, seeking to disqualify Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as presidential candidates of their political parties."

    The Supreme Court on Thursday, dismissed an appeal brought before it by a former Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, seeking to disqualify Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as presidential candidates of their political parties.
  • Nigerian Tribune

    2022-12-15: "In the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/942/2022, with the APC, PDP, Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as defendants"

    In the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/942/2022, with the APC, PDP, Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as defendants
  • Leadership

    "the ex-parte motion marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/942/2022 which was dated and filed June 22 by the plaintiffs’ counsel, Kingdom Okere"

    the ex-parte motion marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/942/2022 which was dated and filed June 22 by the plaintiffs’ counsel, Kingdom Okere

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

Rotimi Amaechi's challenge to the 2026 ADC presidential primary

Recorded status
Settled
Type / forum
Electoral · Federal High Court, Abuja
Case number
FHC/ABJ/CS/1215/2026
Filed
Not recorded
Resolved
Not recorded

Recorded outcome

Rotimi Amaechi filed a pre-election suit to nullify the 25 May 2026 ADC presidential primary that produced Atiku as the party's candidate, to stop Atiku presenting himself as the candidate, and to order a fresh primary. The suit was struck out after Amaechi's counsel, Jibrin Okutepa SAN, told the court the parties had settled and a notice of discontinuance had been filed. Leadership (via allAfrica) links the settlement to Atiku choosing Amaechi as his running mate. The court made no ruling on the merits.

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  • Vanguard (NAN)

    2026-07-17: "The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday struck out a pre-election dispute suit filed by the former governor of Rivers, Rotimi Amaechi, against former vice president Atiku Abubakar."

    The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday struck out a pre-election dispute suit filed by the former governor of Rivers, Rotimi Amaechi, against former vice president Atiku Abubakar.
  • Leadership (via allAfrica)

    2026-07-17: "Justice Joyce Abdulmalik struck out the suit on Friday after Amaechi's counsel, Jibrin Okutepa (SAN), informed the court that the parties had resolved their differences and filed an application to discontinue the case."

    Justice Joyce Abdulmalik struck out the suit on Friday after Amaechi's counsel, Jibrin Okutepa (SAN), informed the court that the parties had resolved their differences and filed an application to discontinue the case.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

Senate ad hoc committee inquiry into the PTDF

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Investigation · Senate Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria
Case number
Not recorded
Filed
Not recorded
Resolved
2007-02-27

Recorded outcome

The Senate formed an ad hoc committee in February 2007 after President Obasanjo sent it the EFCC and panel reports. Atiku made a presentation to the committee. According to the BBC's report of 27 February 2007, the committee found that the Vice President 'abused his office by aiding and abetting the diversion of public funds in the sum of $145million' as loans to his friends, and called for him to be 'sanctioned'. It also found that President Obasanjo and the FEC had 'acted in disregard of the law' in approving $27m of PTDF spending. The US Senate PSI later found 'no evidence' that the full Senate imposed any sanction. No impeachment took place.

Read the evidence · 3 sources
  • US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (staff report)

    2010-02-04: "In February 2007, a Nigerian ad hoc Senate Committee was formed to examine the EFCC charges. Mr. Abubakar made a presentation to the Committee, asserting in part that the allegations were a bid to prevent him from running for office."

    In February 2007, a Nigerian ad hoc Senate Committee was formed to examine the EFCC charges. Mr. Abubakar made a presentation to the Committee, asserting in part that the allegations were a bid to prevent him from running for office.
  • BBC News

    2007-02-27: "The vice-president "abused his office by aiding and abetting the diversion of public funds in the sum of $145million" as loans to his friends, the report presented to a plenary session of the Senate said."

    The vice-president "abused his office by aiding and abetting the diversion of public funds in the sum of $145million" as loans to his friends, the report presented to a plenary session of the Senate said.
  • Premium Times (via allAfrica)

    2026-09-23: "The committee reported that there was no direct evidence of personal enrichment, pointing instead to procedural and administrative lapses."

    The committee reported that there was no direct evidence of personal enrichment, pointing instead to procedural and administrative lapses.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

EFCC report and Administrative Panel inquiry into PTDF funds

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Investigation · EFCC; Federal Government Administrative Panel Of Inquiry
Case number
Not recorded
Filed
Not recorded
Resolved
Not recorded

Recorded outcome

In 2006 the EFCC produced a special audit/forensic report on the PTDF covering 1999 to 31 May 2006. Per Premium Times, it said Atiku approved the release of $20 million from the treasury and its placement in Trans International Bank without appropriation or Federal Executive Council (FEC) approval, which it called improper and an abuse of office. It also said Atiku benefited from a related account to the tune of N61 million and that his Marine Float company received N250 million. The US Senate PSI staff report summarised the EFCC report as finding that he used his influence over the PTDF to disburse money to promote business ventures for himself and his friends. The FEC considered the report in September 2006, and an Administrative Panel under the Attorney-General examined it. Per Premium Times, the panel found he abused his office over the placement of PTDF funds and, because of his immunity, recommended referral to the Code of Conduct Bureau. The government then filed a Code of Conduct Tribunal charge, which the courts halted on immunity grounds (see case 'cct-charge-2006'). INEC relied on the panel's indictment to exclude him from the 2007 ballot, but the Supreme Court held that INEC had no power to do so. Atiku denied the allegations and called the process politically motivated. No trial or conviction followed.

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  • NigeriaLII (Supreme Court of Nigeria)

    "he has been indicted for embezzlement or fraud by a Judicial Commission of Inquiry or an Administrative Panel of Inquiry or a Tribunal set up under the Tribunals of Inquiry Act"

    he has been indicted for embezzlement or fraud by a Judicial Commission of Inquiry or an Administrative Panel of Inquiry or a Tribunal set up under the Tribunals of Inquiry Act
  • US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (staff report)

    2010-02-04: "The EFCC issued a report which found that Mr. Abubakar had used his influence over Nigeria’s Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to disburse money from the Fund to promote business ventures for"

    The EFCC issued a report which found that Mr. Abubakar had used his influence over Nigeria’s Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) to disburse money from the Fund to promote business ventures for
  • BBC News

    2007-01-25: "In a probe ordered by Mr Obasanjo, the vice-president was accused of diverting $125m from a public development trust fund into his personal businesses."

    In a probe ordered by Mr Obasanjo, the vice-president was accused of diverting $125m from a public development trust fund into his personal businesses.
  • Premium Times (via allAfrica)

    2026-09-23: "it said Atiku approved the release of $20m from the treasury and subsequent placement in Trans International Bank without appropriation and approval by the Federal Executive Council (FEC)."

    it said Atiku approved the release of $20m from the treasury and subsequent placement in Trans International Bank without appropriation and approval by the Federal Executive Council (FEC).

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations report on foreign-corruption funds

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Investigation · US Senate Permanent Subcommittee On Investigations
Case number
S. Hrg. 111-540
Filed
Not recorded
Resolved
2010-02-04

Recorded outcome

The bipartisan staff report and hearing (4 February 2010) examined how politically exposed persons moved funds into the US. It found that from 2000 to 2008 Jennifer Douglas, a US citizen and Atiku's fourth wife, 'helped her husband bring over $40 million in suspect funds into the United States' through wire transfers from offshore corporations. Nearly $25 million went into more than 30 US accounts she opened, mainly from Guernsey Trust Company Nigeria Ltd., LetsGo Ltd. Inc. and Sima Holding Ltd. About $14 million went from offshore corporations to American University for consulting on a Nigerian university Atiku founded. The report noted the SEC's 2008 allegation that Douglas received over $2 million in Siemens bribe payments, and said it located three wire transfers totalling $1.7 million from Siemens to her in 2001-2002. It recorded that Douglas denies wrongdoing and that Atiku declined to be interviewed. The report's recommendations concerned US banks and professionals. It made no criminal finding against Atiku, and no US charges against him followed.

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  • US Government Publishing Office (hearing record, Sen. Levin opening statement)

    2010-02-04: "The Subcommittee located three wire transfers substantiating $1.7 million in payments from Siemens to Ms. Douglas in 2001 and 2002."

    The Subcommittee located three wire transfers substantiating $1.7 million in payments from Siemens to Ms. Douglas in 2001 and 2002.
  • US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (staff report, archived hsgac.senate.gov PDF)

    2010-02-04: "From 2000 to 2008, Jennifer Douglas, a U.S. citizen and the fourth wife of Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President and former candidate for President of Nigeria, helped her husband bring over $40 million in suspect funds into the United States through wire transfers sent by offshore corporations to U.S. bank accounts."

    From 2000 to 2008, Jennifer Douglas, a U.S. citizen and the fourth wife of Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President and former candidate for President of Nigeria, helped her husband bring over $40 million in suspect funds into the United States through wire transfers sent by offshore corporations to U.S. bank accounts.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

Abubakar v. Chicago State University

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Civil · District Court, N.D. Illinois
Case number
1:23-cv-05099
Filed
2023-08-02
Resolved
2023-09-30

Recorded outcome

Atiku, through counsel Angela Liu, filed a petition in Illinois state court seeking Tinubu's academic records from Chicago State University. He withdrew the subpoena before the hearing. On 31 July 2023 Judge Patrick Heneghan dismissed the case without prejudice. Two days later, on 2 August 2023, Atiku brought a federal application under 28 U.S.C. §1782 instead (see 'csu-1782-ndill-2023'). Atiku applied under 28 U.S.C. §1782 for documents and a Rule 30(b)(6) deposition from Chicago State University (CSU), for use in his Nigerian election appeal. Bola Tinubu was granted leave to intervene, unopposed, and opposed the application. On 19 September 2023 Magistrate Judge Gilbert granted it. Judge Maldonado stayed the deadlines while Tinubu's objections were briefed. On 30 September 2023 she overruled the objections, adopted the magistrate's decision in full, and entered judgment for Atiku. She stated that the court expressed 'no view on the merits' of Atiku's claims about Tinubu, his graduation from CSU, or the Nigerian election. Production was ordered by noon on 2 October 2023 and the deposition by 3 October 2023. The court warned it would deny any stay request and noted Tinubu was free to seek one from the Seventh Circuit. No Seventh Circuit appeal was found.

Read the evidence · 5 sources
  • CourtListener (RECAP copy of PACER docket)

    2023-08-02: "MISCELLANEOUS CASE by Atiku Abubakar Application Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1782 for an Order Directing Discovery from Chicago State University for Use in a Foreign Proceeding"

    MISCELLANEOUS CASE by Atiku Abubakar Application Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1782 for an Order Directing Discovery from Chicago State University for Use in a Foreign Proceeding
  • CourtListener (RECAP copy of PACER docket)

    2023-08-07: "The Court grants Intervenor Bola A Tinubu's unopposed motion to intervene or join this action 10 for the reasons stated in Tinubu's motion."

    The Court grants Intervenor Bola A Tinubu's unopposed motion to intervene or join this action 10 for the reasons stated in Tinubu's motion.
  • CourtListener (RECAP copy of PACER docket)

    2023-09-19: "Atiku Abubakar's Application Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1782 for an Order Directing Discovery from Chicago State University for Use in a Foreign Proceeding 1 is granted."

    Atiku Abubakar's Application Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1782 for an Order Directing Discovery from Chicago State University for Use in a Foreign Proceeding 1 is granted.
  • courtlistener.com

    1:23-cv-05099

    Abubakar v. Chicago State University — District Court, N.D. Illinois — Judge Nancy L. Maldonado — 890 Other Statutory Actions — Civil Miscellaneous Case
  • Vanguard (citing The Nation)

    2023-08-06: "In a ruling delivered on July 31, Patrick Heneghan, presiding judge at the circuit court of Cook County, Illinois, dismissed the case following the withdrawal."

    In a ruling delivered on July 31, Patrick Heneghan, presiding judge at the circuit court of Cook County, Illinois, dismissed the case following the withdrawal.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

2023 presidential election petition

Recorded status
Dismissed
Type / forum
Electoral · Presidential Election Petition Court, Abuja; Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number
CA/PEPC/05/2023; SC/CV/935/2023
Filed
2023-03-21
Resolved
2023-10-26

Recorded outcome

Atiku and the PDP petitioned against the declaration of Bola Tinubu as winner of the 25 February 2023 presidential election. On 6 September 2023 the five-member Presidential Election Petition Court, led by Justice Haruna Tsammani, dismissed the petition together with the Obi and APM petitions. On 26 October 2023 the seven-member Supreme Court panel, led by Justice John Inyang Okoro, unanimously dismissed Atiku's appeal and affirmed the lower court. Atiku asked the Supreme Court for leave to adduce fresh evidence: Chicago State University records and a deposition obtained through the US discovery case. He alleged these showed that the diploma Tinubu presented to INEC was forged. The Court heard the motion with the appeal on 23 October 2023 and refused it on 26 October 2023. It held that the 180-day window for the election petition had expired and that the Court could not do what the trial court was no longer constitutionally permitted to do. It also held that forgery was not pleaded in the appeal. The Court made no finding on whether the document was authentic.

Read the evidence · 8 sources
  • The ICIR

    2023-09-19: "“Having concluded and decided that all three petitions are all devoid of merit, the petitions are hereby dismissed,” the panel announced."

    “Having concluded and decided that all three petitions are all devoid of merit, the petitions are hereby dismissed,” the panel announced.
  • Vanguard

    2023-10-27: "“This court cannot do what the trial court is no longer constitutionally permitted to do,” Justice Okoro held"

    “This court cannot do what the trial court is no longer constitutionally permitted to do,” Justice Okoro held
  • yusufali.net

    p.67

    On the whole, having resolved all the issues against the appellants, it is my view that there is no scintilla of merit in this appeal and is hereby dismissed. The judgment of the court below delivered on the 6th of September, 2023 is hereby affirmed. I shall make no order as to costs. Appeal dismissed.
  • yusufali.net

    p.1

    1. ABUBAKAR ATIKU 2. PEOPLES DEMOCRATIC PARTY V. 1. INDEPENDENT NATIONALELECTORAL COMMISSION 2. TINUBU BOLA AHMED 3. ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS PETITION NO: CA/PEPC/05/2023 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION PETITION COURT HOLDEN AT ABUJA HARUNA SIMON TSAMMANI, J.C.A. (Presided and Read the Leading Judgment)
  • arise.tv
    Dissatisfied, Atiku on March 21, lodged his petition at the tribunal, seeking amongst others, the nullification of Tinubu’s election over alleged irregularities, malpractices, and non-compliance with electoral laws amongst others.
  • saharareporters.com
    Atiku, in the petition, marked: CA/PEPC/05/2023, which he lodged before the court, also applied for the withdrawal of the Certificate of Return that was issued to Tinubu by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
  • icirnigeria.org
    THE Supreme Court has dismissed the appeal filed by the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, and Peter Obi of the Labour Party (LP) against the victory of President Bola Tinubu in the February 25 election. In a unanimous ruling, the court described both petitions as incompetent and lacking in merit.
  • lite.judy.legal
    This is an appeal against the judgment of the Court of Appeal (sitting as the Presidential Election Petition Court) in suit No. CA/PEPC/05/2023 and delivered on 6th September, 2023.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

2019 presidential election petition

Recorded status
Dismissed
Type / forum
Electoral · Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, Abuja; Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number
CA/PEPC/002/2019; SC 1211/2019
Filed
2019-03-18
Resolved
2019-10-30

Recorded outcome

Atiku and the PDP petitioned against President Buhari's re-election. They relied among other things on data they said came from INEC's server, and on Buhari's qualifications. On 11 September 2019 the five-member tribunal led by Justice Mohammed Garba dismissed the petition in its entirety. On 30 October 2019 the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad, unanimously dismissed the appeal as lacking merit and reserved its reasons. The reasons were read by Justice Inyang Okoro on 15 November 2019.

Read the evidence · 4 sources
  • Vanguard

    2019-09-10: "in their joint petition marked CA/PEPC/002/2019, Atiku and his party, insisted that data they secured from INEC’s server, revealed that contrary to the result that was announced, they defeated President Buhari with over 1.6million votes"

    in their joint petition marked CA/PEPC/002/2019, Atiku and his party, insisted that data they secured from INEC’s server, revealed that contrary to the result that was announced, they defeated President Buhari with over 1.6million votes
  • Al Jazeera / Reuters

    2019-09-11: "“This petition is hereby dismissed in its entirety,” Justice Mohammed Lawal Garba said in announcing the ruling on Wednesday."

    “This petition is hereby dismissed in its entirety,” Justice Mohammed Lawal Garba said in announcing the ruling on Wednesday.
  • Sahara Reporters

    2019-09-10: "The presidential election petitions tribunal has fixed Wednesday, September 11 to deliver a ruling on the winner of the 2019 presidential election"

    The presidential election petitions tribunal has fixed Wednesday, September 11 to deliver a ruling on the winner of the 2019 presidential election
  • Al Jazeera (news agencies)

    2019-10-30: "“We have examined all the briefs and the exhibits for over two weeks and we agree that there is no merit in this appeal,” Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad said on Wednesday following the Supreme Court’s judgement."

    “We have examined all the briefs and the exhibits for over two weeks and we agree that there is no merit in this appeal,” Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad said on Wednesday following the Supreme Court’s judgement.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

2007 presidential election petition

Recorded status
Dismissed
Type / forum
Electoral · Presidential Election Tribunal (Court Of Appeal); Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number
EP.3/2/07; SC.72/2008
Filed
2007-05-21
Resolved
2008-12-12

Recorded outcome

Atiku, his running mate Ben Obi and the Action Congress petitioned against the declaration of Umaru Musa Yar'Adua as winner of the 21 April 2007 presidential election. Their main ground was that Atiku had been unlawfully excluded; in the alternative they alleged corrupt practices and non-compliance with the Electoral Act. On 25 January 2008, in consolidated interlocutory appeals, the Supreme Court held that the tribunal should have allowed interrogatories to the INEC chairman. On 26 February 2008 the Court of Appeal tribunal dismissed the petition, which had been consolidated with Muhammadu Buhari's. On 12 December 2008 the Supreme Court (SC.72/2008) dismissed Atiku's appeal by majority, holding that he had not been excluded because he took part in the election. Oguntade JSC dissented and would have annulled the election.

Read the evidence · 4 sources
  • NigeriaLII (Supreme Court, (2008) 1 All N.L.R. 37)

    "IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA ON Friday. the 25th day of January 2008 SC 288/2007"

    IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA ON Friday. the 25th day of January 2008 SC 288/2007
  • Al Jazeera (news agencies)

    2008-02-26: "The five-judge tribunal also rejected the challenge by Abubakar, a former vice-president who came third in the election."

    The five-judge tribunal also rejected the challenge by Abubakar, a former vice-president who came third in the election.
  • LegalKingdom (transcription of SC.72/2008)

    2020-08-11: "In the result, the appeal fails and I dismiss it. I affirm the judgment of the Court of Appeal delivered on the 26th day of Fcbruary, 2008."

    In the result, the appeal fails and I dismiss it. I affirm the judgment of the Court of Appeal delivered on the 26th day of Fcbruary, 2008.
  • judy.legal ((2008) JELR 47085 (SC))

    "Appellant filed their petition challenging the said election on the 21st May, 2007 vide a 51 paragraph petition asking the Court of Appeal to invalidate the said election the Court of Appeal on 26th February, 2008 dismissed the petition."

    Appellant filed their petition challenging the said election on the 21st May, 2007 vide a 51 paragraph petition asking the Court of Appeal to invalidate the said election the Court of Appeal on 26th February, 2008 dismissed the petition.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

Challenge to INEC's exclusion from the 2007 presidential ballot

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Electoral · Federal High Court, Abuja; Court Of Appeal; Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number
FHC/ABJ/CS/3/2007; SC 69/2007
Filed
2007-01-10
Resolved
2007-04-16

Recorded outcome

Atiku and the Action Congress (AC) filed an originating summons at the Federal High Court, Abuja. They asked the court to declare that INEC could not screen out or disqualify candidates. INEC had excluded Atiku on the basis of a government administrative panel's indictment. The trial court ruled in March 2007 that INEC had no power to disqualify candidates. On 3 April 2007 the Court of Appeal allowed INEC's appeal. On 16 April 2007 the Supreme Court announced its judgment allowing Atiku's appeal: INEC had no power to disqualify a candidate sponsored by a political party. Written reasons followed on 28 June 2007. Atiku contested the 21 April 2007 presidential election.

Read the evidence · 4 sources
  • NigeriaLII (Supreme Court of Nigeria, (2007) 1 All N.L.R. 1)

    "By an originating summons issued in the Federal High Court Abuja on 10 January 2007, in which the Action Congress and Alhaji Atiku Abubakar were named as plaintiffs and Independent National Electoral Commission ("INEC") as defendant"

    By an originating summons issued in the Federal High Court Abuja on 10 January 2007, in which the Action Congress and Alhaji Atiku Abubakar were named as plaintiffs and Independent National Electoral Commission ("INEC") as defendant
  • US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (staff report)

    2010-02-04: "A few months later, on March 12, 2007, the Federal High Court of Nigeria ruled that the Commission had no authority to disqualify candidates."

    A few months later, on March 12, 2007, the Federal High Court of Nigeria ruled that the Commission had no authority to disqualify candidates.
  • Wikipedia

    "Abubakar headed to the courts on 16 March to have his disqualification overturned. The Supreme Court unanimously ruled on 16 April that INEC had no power to disqualify candidates."

    Abubakar headed to the courts on 16 March to have his disqualification overturned. The Supreme Court unanimously ruled on 16 April that INEC had no power to disqualify candidates.
  • LegalKingdom (transcription of SC.72/2008 judgment)

    2020-08-11: "Following the insistence of 4th Respondent on the Federal High Court, Abuja in Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/152/2007 ( Alhaji Atiku Abubakar & Anor vs. I.N.E.C & Anor. ) before Tijani Abubakar J., Judgment was delivered on the 3rd day of April, 2007"

    Following the insistence of 4th Respondent on the Federal High Court, Abuja in Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/152/2007 ( Alhaji Atiku Abubakar & Anor vs. I.N.E.C & Anor. ) before Tijani Abubakar J., Judgment was delivered on the 3rd day of April, 2007

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

Challenge to the declaration that the Vice President's seat was vacant

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Civil · Court Of Appeal, Abuja; Supreme Court Of Nigeria
Case number
SC 31/2007
Filed
2007-01-04
Resolved
2007-04-20

Recorded outcome

Atiku filed an originating summons at the Court of Appeal asking the court to declare that his term as Vice President was still running and that the President had no power to declare the office vacant. On 20 February 2007 the Court of Appeal granted his claim in part and dismissed the Attorney-General's counter-claim. On 20 April 2007 a seven-justice Supreme Court panel unanimously dismissed the Attorney-General's appeal. The published headnote notes that removing a Vice President is a matter for the National Assembly, not the courts. It also records a statement by Akintan JSC that the Vice President was 'required to first resign' before joining another party. The Court of Appeal's decision in his favour stood.

Read the evidence · 2 sources
  • NigeriaLII (law report (2007) 2 All N.L.R. 58)

    "IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA ON FRIDAY, THE 20TH DAY OF APRIL 2007 SC 31/2007"

    IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA ON FRIDAY, THE 20TH DAY OF APRIL 2007 SC 31/2007
  • NigeriaLII (Supreme Court of Nigeria judgment)

    "The first respondent, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, commenced this action by an Originating Summons filed on 4 January 2007, at the Court of Appeal (hereinafter referred to as the court below)."

    The first respondent, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, commenced this action by an Originating Summons filed on 4 January 2007, at the Court of Appeal (hereinafter referred to as the court below).

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

Code of Conduct Tribunal charge over PTDF funds (halted on immunity)

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Tribunal · Code Of Conduct Tribunal; Federal High Court, Abuja; Court Of Appeal
Case number
CCT/NCA/ABJ/06; CA/A/21/2007
Filed
2006-09-22
Resolved
2007-04-05

Recorded outcome

The Federal Government filed a charge at the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) against Atiku, then Vice President, over the handling of PTDF funds. Premium Times reports it as an 18-count charge. Atiku challenged it at the Federal High Court, Abuja. On 20 December 2006, A.I. Chikere J granted all his reliefs and held that his immunity under s.308 of the Constitution covered CCT proceedings. On 5 April 2007 the Court of Appeal dismissed the Attorney-General's appeal. It held that the CCT cannot hear allegations against a sitting President, Vice President, Governor or Deputy Governor while in office. The charge was never tried. No reviewed source records a trial, conviction, or later revival of the charge after his term ended in May 2007.

Read the evidence · 4 sources
  • NigeriaLII (Supreme Court, Saraki v FRN, SC.852/2015)

    "the decision of the full court of the Court of Appeal in A-G Federation vs Abubakar (2007) 8 NWLR (pt. 1035) 117 to the effect that the Code of Conduct Tribunal has criminal jurisdiction"

    the decision of the full court of the Court of Appeal in A-G Federation vs Abubakar (2007) 8 NWLR (pt. 1035) 117 to the effect that the Code of Conduct Tribunal has criminal jurisdiction
  • Voice of America

    2006-10-10: "A special court in the Nigeria Tuesday started a hearing on corruption charges filed against Vice President Atiku Abubakar."

    A special court in the Nigeria Tuesday started a hearing on corruption charges filed against Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
  • LawCare Nigeria (law report LCN/2306(CA))

    2020-03-31: "In The Court of Appeal of Nigeria On Thursday, the 5th day of April, 2007 CA/A/21/2007"

    In The Court of Appeal of Nigeria On Thursday, the 5th day of April, 2007 CA/A/21/2007
  • Premium Times (via allAfrica)

    2026-09-23: "Nevertheless, on 22 September 2006, the federal government filed an 18-count charge before the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) against the vice president and other indicted officials."

    Nevertheless, on 22 September 2006, the federal government filed an 18-count charge before the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) against the vice president and other indicted officials.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

US bribery investigation of Congressman William Jefferson

Recorded status
Closed
Type / forum
Investigation · FBI / US Department Of Justice; US District Court, E.D. Virginia
Case number
1:07CR209 (Jefferson; Atiku not a defendant)
Filed
2005-08-03
Resolved
2009-08-05

Recorded outcome

On 3 August 2005, federal agents searched Atiku's Potomac, Maryland home on the same day as properties of US Congressman William Jefferson. Jefferson's June 2007 indictment alleges he offered a bribe to an unnamed 'Nigerian Official A' at that official's Potomac residence, and that he hid $90,000 of $100,000 meant as a 'front-end bribe payment' to that official in his freezer. The DOJ did not name Official A; Nigerian and international media identified Atiku. The EFCC also opened an inquiry at US request. On 5 August 2009 a federal jury convicted Jefferson of bribery-related counts. Vanguard reported that he was acquitted on the charge relating to the planned payment to Atiku. According to the US Senate PSI report, a trial videotape showed Jefferson mentioning Atiku, but 'no evidence was introduced showing that Mr. Abubakar had actually sought or accepted a bribe'. Atiku was never charged in the US and denied wrongdoing.

Read the evidence · 4 sources
  • US Department of Justice

    2007-06-04: "According to the indictment, on or about July 18, 2005, Jefferson met with Nigerian Official A at the officials residence in Potomac, Md., and offered Official A a bribe to induce him to use his position to assist in obtaining commitments from NITEL"

    According to the indictment, on or about July 18, 2005, Jefferson met with Nigerian Official A at the officials residence in Potomac, Md., and offered Official A a bribe to induce him to use his position to assist in obtaining commitments from NITEL
  • US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (staff report)

    2010-02-04: "During his trial, a videotape was shown in which the Congressman made a reference to Mr. Abubakar when the Congressman was seeking money from another person, but no evidence was introduced showing that Mr. Abubakar had actually sought or accepted a bribe from the Congressman."

    During his trial, a videotape was shown in which the Congressman made a reference to Mr. Abubakar when the Congressman was seeking money from another person, but no evidence was introduced showing that Mr. Abubakar had actually sought or accepted a bribe from the Congressman.
  • Vanguard

    2009-08-07: "Atiku made the remarks while reacting to the judgment of the Jury in the United States of America, which convicted former Congressman William Jefferson of bribery and corruption but acquitted him on the charge of planning to compromise Atiku."

    Atiku made the remarks while reacting to the judgment of the Jury in the United States of America, which convicted former Congressman William Jefferson of bribery and corruption but acquitted him on the charge of planning to compromise Atiku.
  • BBC News

    2005-08-29: "The US government says federal agents have raided the Maryland home of Nigerian Vice-President Atiku Abubakar. The search took place on 3 August, but officials refused to confirm reports that it was linked to raids on homes belonging to a Louisiana congressman."

    The US government says federal agents have raided the Maryland home of Nigerian Vice-President Atiku Abubakar. The search took place on 3 August, but officials refused to confirm reports that it was linked to raids on homes belonging to a Louisiana congressman.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

Assets & declarations

Declarations are shown individually, with their year and source. They are not added together as a net-worth estimate.

2023 · Asset declaration

Declared to
Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB)
Recorded amount
Not recorded

Atiku Abubakar's asset declarations to the Code of Conduct Bureau (filed as Vice President of Nigeria, 1999-2007) were the subject of petitions and a CCB probe in 2023; the declared contents and values have never been made public. In January 2023 the Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA), through chairman Olanrewaju Suraju, petitioned the EFCC and the CCB asking the CCB to 'diligently investigate' the assets declarations submitted by Atiku and his alleged role in incorporating the Special Purpose Vehicle Marine Float Limited. In March 2023 the CCB confirmed receipt of a separate petition by Festus Keyamo (Festus Keyamo Chambers) alleging that Atiku used Special Purpose Vehicles - Marine Float and two undisclosed companies - to secretly divert and misappropriate public funds between 1999 and 2007, and invited Keyamo to adopt the petition and to help secure the whistleblower Michael Achimugu. The allegations are unproven, Atiku was not charged, and no declared amount is on the public record.

Read the evidence · 3 sources
  • leadership.ng
    The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) has confirmed its readiness to commence probe into a petition against former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, for allegedly using Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to divert public funds between 1999 and 2007. ... "The Bureau has invited our client Mr. Festus Keyamo to come forward to adopt his petition and to help it to secure the presence of the whistleblower, Mr. Michael Achimugu to assist in the investigation."
  • premiumtimesng.com
    HEDA said in a statement on Sunday that its chairman, Olanrewaju Suraju, had petitioned the Economic Financial Crime Commission (EFCC) and the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) requesting a thorough investigation into Atiku's roles in incorporating the Special-Purpose Vehicle (SPV), Marine Float Limited. ... It specifically urged the CCB to "diligently investigate" the assets declarations submitted by Atiku
  • vanguardngr.com
    The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) is set to commence investigations into a petition against former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar for allegedly using the Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to divert fund between 1999 and 2007. ... However, the CCB, on Tuesday, formally confirmed receipt of the petition and extended an invitation to Keyamo.

Record checked 14 Oct 2026

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Sources for Atiku Abubakar

  1. 01Biographical Legacy and Research Foundation (BLERF)BLERF biography (last updated 9 Aug 2022): “My Life”.
  2. 02INEC — 2027 Presidential Final List of Candidates2026-09-12: "ABUBAKAR ATIKU None 79 M F.S.L.C. WASC MA. (INT. RELATIONS"
  3. 03American University of Nigeria2021-11-15: "President Margee Ensign has congratulated the Founder, His Excellency, Atiku Abubaker, GCON, for receiving his Master’s degree in International Relations from Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge."
  4. 04The Eagle Online2022-07-13: "The ARU Awards Board had on the 12th of November, 2021 confirmed the award of Master of Arts International Relations on Atiku Abubakar following the successful completion of his Master’s degree programme at the university. The graduation ceremony could not hold then because of the Covid-19 disruptions."
  5. 05Premium Times2026-08-02: "The documents include his First School Leaving Certificate obtained in 1954, his West African School Certificate earned in 1961, and a Master of Arts degree in International Relations awarded in 2020."
  6. 06Vanguard (first-person memoir extract by Atiku Abubakar)2014-09-28: "By chance one of the interviewers found in my file a report that I had once been found suitable to join the police force and had in fact received some training in 1966."
  7. 07atiku.org official profile (Wayback snapshot 2010-08-31)"• Attended courses in Leadership Management, Drug Enforcement and Control in Finland, Egypt and United States of America."
  8. 08Sahara Reporters2022-07-02: "The 1965 West Africa School Certificate (WASC) result presented by him identified the student as Siddiq Abubakar."
  9. 09The Guardian (Nigeria)2018-11-25: "Upon his graduation in 1965, he studied briefly at the Nigeria Police College in Kaduna but left when he was unable to produce an O-level Mathematics result."
  10. 10punchng.com
  11. 11Premium Times2018-12-29: "He had established Nigeria Container Services (NICOTES) with an Italian friend, Gabrielle Volpi in 1982 while serving as Customs Area Administrator at the Apapa Ports."
  12. 12legit.ng
  13. 13Wikipedia"{{cite book|title=My Life|last=Atiku|first=Abubakar|publisher=Africana Legacy Press|year=2013|location=Abuja}}"
  14. 14Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) on X, read via cdn.syndication.twimg.com2014-11-13: "Everyone who said "Gesse Derdirabe" is correct. This was the name of my farm on Numan Road. The farm still exists"
  15. 15atiku.org blog (archived; Atiku Abubakar, first person)2014-04-30: "My first foray into agriculture, in the 1980s, ended in failure. I bought a large expanse of land on the Yola-Numan highway, and started farming maize."
  16. 16Atiku Abubakar (@atiku) on X, read via publish.twitter.com oEmbed2017-09-07: "3. ABTI schools, 1992"
  17. 17Intels (company site)"Mr. Volpi founds"
  18. 18BusinessDay2021-01-04: "Tommaso Ruffinoni, INTELS spokesman, said Atiku, through his trust named Guernsey Trust International, sold shares of Orlean-Invest Group, Intels’ holding company, between December 2018 and January 2019, for a sum of approximately USD$60 million."
  19. 19ThisDay2023-02-25: "On September 1, 1990, Atiku announced his Gongola State gubernatorial bid. A year later, before the elections could hold, Gongola State was broken up into two – Adamawa and Taraba states. Atiku fell into the new Adamawa State. After the contest, he won SDP primaries in November 1991 but was soon disqualified by the government from contesting the elections."
  20. 20Daily Trust2023-02-20: "His first run in the Adamawa governorship election in 1991 was truncated when then Head of State, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, annulled the party primaries in several states, including Adamawa. Atiku and his adversary, Bala Takaya, were barred from contesting for governorship elections in the state."
  21. 21Prodeco Ltd (company site, archived 2019)"The first company was incorporated in March, 1996 as a property development company."
  22. 22Open Library catalogue record (National Boundary Commission, 1999)"Brief on National Boundary Commission to his excellency Atiku Abubakar, Vice-President and Chairman of the Commission"
  23. 23Premium Times2013-04-02: "Atiku, in his capacity as the Vice President of the Federal Republic, was chairman of the NCP, the government committee entrusted with the responsibilty of managing the privatization programme initiated by the Olusegun Obasanjo adminstration"
  24. 24The Sun (Nigeria) editorial2016-11-25: "For his numerous services to the nation, Atiku was bestowed with the national honour Grand commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON)."
  25. 25Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended), Third Schedule Part I(H), via Constitute Project"The National Economic Council shall comprise the following members- the Vice-President who shall be the Chairman;"
  26. 26NigeriaLII (Supreme Court of Nigeria judgment)"The first respondent, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, commenced this action by an Originating Summons filed on 4 January 2007, at the Court of Appeal (hereinafter referred to as the court below)."
  27. 27American University of Nigeria (official site)"The American University of Nigeria (AUN) was founded by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, GCON"
  28. 28247 Ureports2015-01-31: "The Multi-billion naira expansion work at the Adama Beverages Ltd"
  29. 29Billionaires.Africa2026-08-14: "Adama Beverages Limited was incorporated on Jan. 2, 2004 and manufactures fruit drinks and table water under the Faro brand."
  30. 30Adama Beverages Ltd (company site; faro.ng serves the same About page)"The company was incorporated on the 2nd January, 2004 in accordance and compliance with the provisions of the Companies and Allied Matter Act 1990 of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The Registration No. is 501520."
  31. 31Premium Times2019-12-24: "Abuja, 24 December 2019: In order to centralize operation and pursue better efficiency in his businesses, former Vice President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar has announced a migration of all his buess outfits into an umbrella brand known as the Priam Group."
  32. 32Daily Trust"When former Vice President Atiku Abubakar established North East’s first privately owned radio station in Yola, the Adamawa State capital in 2008"
  33. 33Vanguard2021-06-01: "before now Rico Gado another company of Atiku is purchasing all its sacks from Lagos"
  34. 34Leadership2022-07-14: "The ARU Awards Board on the 12th of November, 2021 conferred the award of Master of Arts in International Relations on Atiku Abubakar following the successful completion of his Master’s degree programme at the university."
  35. 35QED.NG (quoting AfDB President Akinwumi Adesina's tweet)2021-11-14: "“I congratulate H.E. Atiku Abubakar @atiku former Vice President of Nigeria on passing 2 days ago his Masters in International Relations degree program at Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK,” Adesina tweeted."
  36. 36Sahara Reporters2026-05-27: "The ADC presidential primary process commenced on Monday, May 25, 2026, with accredited party members across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory participating in the exercise through the direct primary system adopted by the party leadership."
  37. 37Naija News2026-05-27: "According to the final results declared by the returning officer of the ADC presidential primary election, Tunde Ogbeha, on Wednesday night, Atiku polled 1,846,370 votes to defeat his other challengers and emerge as the ADC presidential candidate for the 2027 elections."
  38. 38News Agency of Nigeria2026-05-27: "Chairman of the Presidential Primary Election Committee, Chief Ikechi Emenike, said 2,527,977 registered members of the party participated in the exercise."
  39. 39Premium Times2026-05-27: "He said Mr Abubakar emerged after polling a total of 1,846,370 to defeat Mr Amaechi, who came second with 504,117 votes, and Mr Hayatu-Deen, who secured 177,120 votes."
  40. 40guardian.ng
  41. 41Wikipedia"| election_date = 25 February 2023 ... | popular_vote2 = 6,984,520 | percentage2 = 29.07%"
  42. 42The ICIR2023-03-01: "The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday, March 1, declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu, winner of Saturday's presidential election."
  43. 43Vanguard2023-03-01: "INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, who announced the final results in the early hours of Wednesday in Abuja, said Atiku Abubakar of the PDP came second in the election."
  44. 44ThisDay2022-05-29: "In the result of the primary election announced by the Chief Returning Officer and former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, Atiku polled 371 votes to defeat his main challenger and Governor of Rivers State, Mr Nyesom Wike, who scored 237 votes."
  45. 45Sahara Reporters2022-05-28: "Atiku polled 371 – the highest votes – in the election which held at MKO Abiola Stadium in Abuja on Saturday."
  46. 46Vanguard2019-02-27: "Following the collation of results of the 23 February election the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate and incumbent president, Muhammadu Buhari as the winner of the 2019 Presidential election on Wednesday."
  47. 47Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room"Following the conduct of the Presidential election on Saturday, 23 rd February 2019, the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood announced President Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as winner of the election and issued Certificates of Return to him and his running mate, Prof. Yemi Osibanjo on Wednesday, 27 th February 2019."
  48. 48Legit.ng2019-02-27: "The INEC chairman announced that Muhammadu Buhari of the APC scored 15,191,847 votes, while Atiku Abubakar of the PDP scored 11,262,978."
  49. 49Al Jazeera2019-02-27: "His main opponent, Atiku Abubakar of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), received 41 percent or 11.3m votes."
  50. 50ThisDay2018-10-07: "He polled 1532 votes to defeat 11 other aspirants in an election that spanned Saturday night till about 10.40am Sunday when the results were announced."
  51. 51The ICIR2022: "The primary election of the PDP for the 2019 presidential poll took place at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt, Rivers State on October 6, 2018."
  52. 52The Punch2018-10-07: "The Chairman of the PDP Convention Committee and Governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, announced the results of the primary on Sunday morning."
  53. 53Vanguard2014-12-11: "His votes outnumbered those of Kano State governor, Dr Rabiu Kwankwanso and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar who got 974 and 954 votes respectively."
  54. 54Channels Television2014-12-11: "Buhari scored 3,430 votes to defeat other aspirants; former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar (954 votes); Governor of Kano State, Rabiu Kwankwaso (974 votes); Imo State Governor, Rochas Okorocha (624 votes) and the Publisher of Leadership Newspapers, Sam Nda-Isaiah (10 votes) with 16 votes recorded as invalid."
  55. 55Sahara Reporters2014-12-11: "Voting totals: Gen. Buhari: 3,430, Atiku: 954, Kwankwaso: 974, Okorocha: 674, Nda-Isaiah: 10."
  56. 56Sahara Reporters2011-01-14: "According to Professor Tunde Adeniran, the returning officer, 3542 votes were cast during the primaries. Goodluck Jonathan received the highest number of votes—2736—representing 78% of the total votes cast. He was trailed by Abubakar Atiku who scored 805 votes."
  57. 57Wikipedia"|popular_vote3=2,637,848 |percentage3=7.45%"
  58. 58Pulse Nigeria2023-02-21: "This is the result Iwu announced: ... Atiku Abubakar (AC) — 2,637,848 (7.45%)"
  59. 59National Democratic Institute (Final Report on Nigeria's 2007 Elections)2008-04-30: "On April 23, INEC Chairman Iwu announced that Yar'Adua had received over 70 percent of the vote, though he did not state the figure of the total votes cast nationwide or the percentage scored by each of the candidates."
  60. 60CNN2003-04-22: "Nigeria's incumbent president, Olusegun Obasanjo, was declared the winner of the country's presidential election Tuesday"
  61. 61IFES ElectionGuide"Olesugun OBASANJO 24,456,140 61.94%"
  62. 62Wikipedia"| popular_vote1 = '''18,738,154''' | percentage1 = '''62.78%'''"
  63. 63BBC News1999-03-01: "Nigeria's independent National Electoral Commission said Mr Obasanjo had receieved 18.7 million votes, against Mr Falae's 11.1 million."
  64. 64Wikipedia"The 1999 Adamawa State gubernatorial election occurred in Nigeria on January 9, 1999."
  65. 65Legit.ng, quoting Atiku's autobiography 'My Life'2022-08-01: "Altogether, 27 of us from various states converged in Jos in March 1993 to contest the SDP Presidential ticket at the national convention of the party."
  66. 66City People2019: "At the end of the 1st ballot, Abiola came 1st with 3,617 votes, Kingibe came a close second with 3,225 votes, while Atiku placed a respectable 3rd with 2,066 votes."
  67. 67The Eagle Online2025-05-24: "The former Vice President, who is also Atayese of Ijeshaland, was accompanied by his wife, Hajjia Titi Abubakar, who hails from Ilesha township in the state."
  68. 68The Eagle Online2021-11-26: "The Ganye Chiefdom’s Sardauna title was first held by the former Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, the Waziri Adamawa and father to Adamu Atiku. Atiku Abubakar relinquished the title to his son in 2020, making him the second Sardauna."
  69. 69Daily Trust2017-06-11: "In his response, Atiku, sitting next to his son, Aliyu Atiku Abubakar, who succeeded him as Turaki Adamawa, thanked the Lamido for finding him worthy of such an important position."
  70. 70Daily Nigerian2025-06-25: "But addressing a press conference on Wednesday, state commissioner for information and strategy, Iliya James, said the new policy has not stripped any individual of their title."
  71. 71Premium Times2025-06-25: "has been stripped of his traditional title of Wazirin Adamawa following a new directive by the state government"
  72. 72Daily Nigerian (NAN report)2018-11-25: "A former vice president and the presidential candidate of PDP, Atiku Abubakar, has been formally turbaned the 7th Waziri of Adamawa Emirate."
  73. 73businessday.ng
  74. 74National Peace Corps Association press release (archived)2012-08-23: "In 2011, he received the first Harris Wofford Global Citizen Award, named for the former U.S. Senator and special assistant to U.S. President John F. Kennedy who was instrumental in the formation of the Peace Corps."
  75. 75thewhistler.ng
  76. 76peacecorpsconnect.org
  77. 77Nigerian Tribune2023-03-30: "The Supreme Court on Thursday, dismissed an appeal brought before it by a former Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, seeking to disqualify Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as presidential candidates of their political parties."
  78. 78Nigerian Tribune2022-12-15: "In the suit marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/942/2022, with the APC, PDP, Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar, the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as defendants"
  79. 79Leadership"the ex-parte motion marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/942/2022 which was dated and filed June 22 by the plaintiffs’ counsel, Kingdom Okere"
  80. 80Vanguard (NAN)2026-07-17: "The Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday struck out a pre-election dispute suit filed by the former governor of Rivers, Rotimi Amaechi, against former vice president Atiku Abubakar."
  81. 81Leadership (via allAfrica)2026-07-17: "Justice Joyce Abdulmalik struck out the suit on Friday after Amaechi's counsel, Jibrin Okutepa (SAN), informed the court that the parties had resolved their differences and filed an application to discontinue the case."
  82. 82US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (staff report)2010-02-04: "During his trial, a videotape was shown in which the Congressman made a reference to Mr. Abubakar when the Congressman was seeking money from another person, but no evidence was introduced showing that Mr. Abubakar had actually sought or accepted a bribe from the Congressman."
  83. 83BBC News2007-02-27: "The vice-president "abused his office by aiding and abetting the diversion of public funds in the sum of $145million" as loans to his friends, the report presented to a plenary session of the Senate said."
  84. 84Premium Times (via allAfrica)2026-09-23: "Nevertheless, on 22 September 2006, the federal government filed an 18-count charge before the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) against the vice president and other indicted officials."
  85. 85NigeriaLII (Supreme Court of Nigeria, (2007) 1 All N.L.R. 1)"By an originating summons issued in the Federal High Court Abuja on 10 January 2007, in which the Action Congress and Alhaji Atiku Abubakar were named as plaintiffs and Independent National Electoral Commission ("INEC") as defendant"
  86. 86BBC News2007-01-25: "In a probe ordered by Mr Obasanjo, the vice-president was accused of diverting $125m from a public development trust fund into his personal businesses."
  87. 87US Government Publishing Office (hearing record, Sen. Levin opening statement)2010-02-04: "The Subcommittee located three wire transfers substantiating $1.7 million in payments from Siemens to Ms. Douglas in 2001 and 2002."
  88. 88CourtListener (RECAP copy of PACER docket)2023-08-02: "MISCELLANEOUS CASE by Atiku Abubakar Application Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1782 for an Order Directing Discovery from Chicago State University for Use in a Foreign Proceeding"
  89. 89CourtListener (RECAP copy of PACER docket)2023-08-07: "The Court grants Intervenor Bola A Tinubu's unopposed motion to intervene or join this action 10 for the reasons stated in Tinubu's motion."
  90. 90CourtListener (RECAP copy of PACER docket)2023-09-19: "Atiku Abubakar's Application Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1782 for an Order Directing Discovery from Chicago State University for Use in a Foreign Proceeding 1 is granted."
  91. 91courtlistener.com1:23-cv-05099
  92. 92Vanguard (citing The Nation)2023-08-06: "In a ruling delivered on July 31, Patrick Heneghan, presiding judge at the circuit court of Cook County, Illinois, dismissed the case following the withdrawal."
  93. 93The ICIR2023-09-19: "“Having concluded and decided that all three petitions are all devoid of merit, the petitions are hereby dismissed,” the panel announced."
  94. 94Vanguard2023-10-27: "“This court cannot do what the trial court is no longer constitutionally permitted to do,” Justice Okoro held"
  95. 95yusufali.netp.67
  96. 96yusufali.netp.1
  97. 97arise.tv
  98. 98saharareporters.com
  99. 99icirnigeria.org
  100. 100lite.judy.legal
  101. 101Vanguard2019-09-10: "in their joint petition marked CA/PEPC/002/2019, Atiku and his party, insisted that data they secured from INEC’s server, revealed that contrary to the result that was announced, they defeated President Buhari with over 1.6million votes"
  102. 102Al Jazeera / Reuters2019-09-11: "“This petition is hereby dismissed in its entirety,” Justice Mohammed Lawal Garba said in announcing the ruling on Wednesday."
  103. 103Sahara Reporters2019-09-10: "The presidential election petitions tribunal has fixed Wednesday, September 11 to deliver a ruling on the winner of the 2019 presidential election"
  104. 104Al Jazeera (news agencies)2019-10-30: "“We have examined all the briefs and the exhibits for over two weeks and we agree that there is no merit in this appeal,” Chief Justice Tanko Muhammad said on Wednesday following the Supreme Court’s judgement."
  105. 105NigeriaLII (Supreme Court, (2008) 1 All N.L.R. 37)"IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA ON Friday. the 25th day of January 2008 SC 288/2007"
  106. 106Al Jazeera (news agencies)2008-02-26: "The five-judge tribunal also rejected the challenge by Abubakar, a former vice-president who came third in the election."
  107. 107LegalKingdom (transcription of SC.72/2008 judgment)2020-08-11: "Following the insistence of 4th Respondent on the Federal High Court, Abuja in Suit No: FHC/ABJ/CS/152/2007 ( Alhaji Atiku Abubakar & Anor vs. I.N.E.C & Anor. ) before Tijani Abubakar J., Judgment was delivered on the 3rd day of April, 2007"
  108. 108judy.legal ((2008) JELR 47085 (SC))"Appellant filed their petition challenging the said election on the 21st May, 2007 vide a 51 paragraph petition asking the Court of Appeal to invalidate the said election the Court of Appeal on 26th February, 2008 dismissed the petition."
  109. 109NigeriaLII (law report (2007) 2 All N.L.R. 58)"IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NIGERIA ON FRIDAY, THE 20TH DAY OF APRIL 2007 SC 31/2007"
  110. 110NigeriaLII (Supreme Court, Saraki v FRN, SC.852/2015)"the decision of the full court of the Court of Appeal in A-G Federation vs Abubakar (2007) 8 NWLR (pt. 1035) 117 to the effect that the Code of Conduct Tribunal has criminal jurisdiction"
  111. 111Voice of America2006-10-10: "A special court in the Nigeria Tuesday started a hearing on corruption charges filed against Vice President Atiku Abubakar."
  112. 112LawCare Nigeria (law report LCN/2306(CA))2020-03-31: "In The Court of Appeal of Nigeria On Thursday, the 5th day of April, 2007 CA/A/21/2007"
  113. 113US Department of Justice2007-06-04: "According to the indictment, on or about July 18, 2005, Jefferson met with Nigerian Official A at the officials residence in Potomac, Md., and offered Official A a bribe to induce him to use his position to assist in obtaining commitments from NITEL"
  114. 114Vanguard2009-08-07: "Atiku made the remarks while reacting to the judgment of the Jury in the United States of America, which convicted former Congressman William Jefferson of bribery and corruption but acquitted him on the charge of planning to compromise Atiku."
  115. 115BBC News2005-08-29: "The US government says federal agents have raided the Maryland home of Nigerian Vice-President Atiku Abubakar. The search took place on 3 August, but officials refused to confirm reports that it was linked to raids on homes belonging to a Louisiana congressman."
  116. 116leadership.ng
  117. 117premiumtimesng.com
  118. 118vanguardngr.com
  119. 119Goodreads"First published October 1, 2005"
  120. 120Vanguard2013-08-18: "In his soon-to-be released auto-biography, ATIKU ABUBAKAR, THE STORY OF MY LIFE, Sunday Vanguard discovered"
  121. 121Amazon (Kindle listing)"MY LIFE is based largely on a series of interviews I granted the biographer."
  122. 122BusinessDay2022-05-26: "The policy document tagged, ‘My Covenant with Nigerians,’ is an update on the 2019 document which could not be implemented for the benefit of Nigerians."
  123. 123Nairametrics2018-11-19: "The Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar today released his policy document titled let’s Get Nigeria Working Again."
  124. 124Al Jazeera2018-11-19: "Unveiling his plan to ramp up growth in his policy document,"
  125. 125openlibrary.org
  126. 126books.google.com
  127. 127Open Library catalogue record"Making Good Things Happen / Adonis & Abbey Publishers Ltd / Jan 09, 2011 / 120 pages / ISBN 1906704848"
  128. 128Open Library catalogue record"Making good things happen / the Atiku Abubakar policy document / Adonis & Abbey / 2010 / London / 93 / Atiku Abubakar"
  129. 129adonis-abbey.com
  130. 130Open Library catalogue record"PTDF / the facts, the fiction : presentation to the Senate Ad-Hoc Committee on Investigations into the affairs of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund / 2006 / 14 / by Atiku Abubakar."
  131. 131vanguardngr.com
  132. 132premiumtimesng.com
  133. 133punchng.com
  134. 134en.wikipedia.org
  135. 135wotclef.org.ng
  136. 136Iya Patu Foundation (her own bio)"As the Honourable Commissioner for Health, Adamawa State September 2015 - May 2019"
  137. 137BellaNaija (NAN)2015-08-28: "Fatima Atiku , daughter of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and newly appointed Adamawa Commissioner of Health, has forfeited her salary and allowances for use in revitalizing the health sector in the state."
  138. 138INEC — 2027 Senate Final List of Candidates2026-09-12: "13 ADAMAWA ADAMAWA BINOS DAUDA ADC None 71 M PRIMARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE WAEC B.Sc, B.A,"
  139. 139Sahara Reporters2026-03-02: "Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the first son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned from his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State."
  140. 140Vanguard2026-03-03: "“I write to formally tender my resignation from the office of Honourable Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Adamawa State, effective from today, 2nd March, 2026,” the letter read."
  141. 141Ripples Nigeria2019-11-25: "Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has inaugurated 23 new commissioners to join his cabinet, among whom is Adamu Atiku, a son of former vice president Atiku Abubakar ."
  142. 142Peoples Gazette (NAN)2023-07-27: "Adamu Atiku and Aloysius Babadoke (Jada)"
  143. 143The Whistler2017-06-02: "“His son, Aliyu, who is also son of Hajja, the younger sister of the present Lamido of Adamawa, Dr. Muhammadu Barkindo Aliyu Mustapha was also confirmed as the new Turaki, taking over from his father Atiku Abubakar.’’"
  144. 144allAfrica (Daily Trust)2026-01-27: "The Adamawa State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Monday formally received Abba Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, following his defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)"
  145. 145Daily Trust2026-01-27: "The junior Atiku spoke in Yola, capital of Adamawa state after his formal registration as a member of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at Gwadabawa Ward in Yola North."
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