Jigawa ADC backs Atiku’s plan to restore fuel subsidy

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The African Democratic Congress in Jigawa State has backed the party’s 2027 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, over his pledge to restore fuel subsidy if elected president.

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In a statement signed by the ADC Jigawa State Deputy Chairman, Ambassador Nuraddeen Jidawa, and made available to journalists on Saturday in Dutse, the state capital, the party said the proposal was necessary to ease the economic hardship facing Nigerians.

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The party linked the current economic crisis to the removal of petrol subsidy by the Federal Government in 2023, saying the decision led to increases in the cost of transportation, food and other essential commodities.

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“Given the hardship Nigerians are going through, Atiku’s plan to restore fuel subsidy is timely and people-centred,” the statement said.

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Jidawa described Atiku as a leader with integrity, maturity and deep democratic experience.

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“I am confident that Atiku will fulfil the promises he makes to Nigerians,” he said.

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He said Atiku’s proposed subsidy framework would focus on targeted and accountable support, adding that “the plan would prioritise domestic fuel production to reduce waste and corruption in the system.”

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“This shows the ADC’s commitment to finding practical solutions to Nigeria’s economic challenges,” Jidawa said.

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He urged Nigerians, particularly voters across the country, to vote for ADC candidates at all levels in the 2027 general elections.

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“This is about rescuing the country from economic hardship, rebuilding our institutions and restoring hope to Nigerians,” he said.

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