Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, pledged to restore subsidies on petroleum products and electricity if elected in the 2027 general elections. The former Vice-President made the promises during a campaign visit to Bauchi State on Saturday at the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, where he outlined three key commitments to voters in the state.
Beyond subsidy restoration, Atiku vowed to sustain oil exploration activities at the Kolmani oil field in Bauchi State to generate additional revenue for the country. He said the continued exploration would provide a supplementary source of income for Nigeria. The candidate also committed to tackling insecurity in the North-East and other parts of the country as part of his broader policy agenda.
Atiku expressed appreciation for Bauchi's historical voting patterns, noting that the state had previously shown strong electoral support for him. He assured voters that he would not take their loyalty for granted if given another opportunity to lead. The ADC candidate called on the electorate to support all ADC candidates across all levels, from the presidential to the councillorship elections, emphasising that his administration would prioritise the welfare and development of the people.
Addressing electoral integrity, Atiku urged voters to protect their votes during the forthcoming elections by ensuring that ballots were counted and results transmitted before leaving polling units. He commended the people of Bauchi for their known reputation of protecting their democratic rights and appealed for continued vigilance across all election levels.
For savers and consumers, a restoration of fuel and electricity subsidies would lower energy and transport costs, though the fiscal impact on government finances and inflation would depend on implementation details not provided by the candidate.