The former Vice-President of Nigeria, Atiku Abubakar, has won Saturday’s primary election of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
He therefore emerges the PDP presidential candidate for the 2023 election.
He won with a total vote of 371 votes
Nyesom Wike- 237
Diana Oliver – 1 vote
Sam Ohuabunwa – 1 vote
Pius Anyim – 14 votes
Udom Emmanuel – 38 votes
Bala Mohammed – 20 votes
In a post on his social media handles after the result was announced on Saturday, Atiku said his focus will be on rebuilding and uniting the country.
“Today, the march to rebuild and unite our great country moves forward. I am honoured to be named the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP),” he wrote.
“I look forward to speaking with Nigerians across the country, taking the message of hope and unity as we build one future for one people.”