Aisha Buhari Visits Atiku Amid 2027 Political Activities

Former First Lady Aisha Buhari has visited former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar in Abuja amid political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Atiku, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress, disclosed the visit in a post on his social media platforms on Wednesday.

He described the meeting with Aisha, the widow of former President Muhammadu Buhari, as “warm and deeply appreciated,” but neither party disclosed the specific purpose or details of their discussion.

Aisha was accompanied by one of her daughters and some associates during the visit.

The meeting has attracted attention because it comes as political consultations and realignments intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Atiku said the encounter served as a reminder of the responsibility facing those seeking to lead Nigeria, particularly the need to prioritise the welfare, dignity and future of citizens.

He also used the occasion to highlight economic difficulties confronting households, citing rising costs of food, transportation, education, healthcare and other necessities.

According to the former vice-president, Nigerians deserve an economy that rewards hard work, restores opportunities and allows families to live with dignity and hope.

He said the country needed to ease pressure on households, restore hope and build an economy that works for its people.

Atiku’s comments came as political parties and prominent figures continue consultations over possible alliances and strategies for the next presidential election.

The former vice-president emerged as the presidential candidate of the ADC after joining the opposition platform as political activities surrounding the 2027 election gathered momentum.

Aisha Buhari’s visit is notable given her position as the widow of a former president.

However, neither Aisha nor Atiku publicly stated that the meeting represented an endorsement, political alliance or commitment to any particular 2027 campaign.

The visit also follows an earlier meeting between Aisha and Atiku in Saudi Arabia during the Umrah pilgrimage in February.

For now, the details of the discussion remain undisclosed, while Atiku’s public remarks focused on economic pressures and the responsibility of leaders to improve citizens’ welfare in Nigeria.