Former Vice President and African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, is nearing a decision on who could become his running mate for the 2027 presidential election.
According to The Whistler, three prominent politicians have emerged as leading contenders for the vice-presidential slot.
They are former Rivers State governor Rotimi Amaechi, former Imo State governor Emeka Ihedioha, and former Cross River State governor Donald Duke.
Sources familiar with the matter told the publication that consultations over the choice of a running mate have reached an advanced stage, with the three politicians currently receiving the most attention from party leaders.
Amaechi remains a notable figure within the ADC after participating in the party’s presidential primary.
The former Minister of Transportation finished second behind Atiku in the contest.
However, he later rejected the outcome of the primary election, alleging irregularities and claiming that many voters were unable to participate in the process.
Ihedioha is also being considered because of his long political career.
Apart from serving as governor of Imo State, he was Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives and spent several years in the National Assembly.
Duke, who governed Cross River State between 1999 and 2007, is another name being discussed.
