The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has unveiled a citizen-engagement platform to allow Nigerians to query him on his political file, coverage proposals and plans for the nation forward of the 2027 basic election.
In an announcement issued by the Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Phrank Shaibu, stated the platform, tagged “Ask AA”, is scheduled to go reside at 8:30 pm on Thursday.
He stated the initiative will enable Nigerians to submit questions on key nationwide points, together with the financial system, safety, expertise, job creation and measures to cut back the price of dwelling.
According to the assertion, Atiku will personally reply to questions submitted via the portal, with members of his media group additionally helping in offering solutions.
The marketing campaign council stated the platform was designed to bridge the communication hole between the previous Vice-President and the voters by offering residents with direct entry to details about his positions and coverage proposals.
Shaibu stated the initiative was supposed to convey Atiku nearer to Nigerians via a sensible and problem-solving strategy to public engagement.
“The objective of this initiative is to bring Atiku Abubakar closer to the electorate through a practical, problem-solving platform,” he stated.
He added that the initiative mirrored Atiku’s dedication to deploying fashionable expertise to make governance extra environment friendly, safe and efficient.
The marketing campaign council additionally disclosed plans to introduce a radio interface to allow individuals in communities with restricted or no web entry to take part within the engagement.
Announcing the platform on his social media accounts, Atiku stated the thought was pushed by his perception that efficient management requires direct communication between these in positions of authority and the individuals they serve.
“For too long, governance has felt distant—locked behind walls of bureaucracy. But our country’s greatest resource isn’t oil or land; it is our people. If we are going to build the Nigeria of our dreams, we must start by tearing down the walls between leaders and the people,” he stated.
Atiku described Ask AA as a platform for transparency, accountability and dialogue, explaining that Nigerians would have the ability to scrutinise his financial file, look at his coverage proposals and provide strategies on nationwide improvement.
“No filters, no intermediaries,” he stated.
The former Vice-President additionally revealed plans to personally contact chosen individuals who present their phone numbers via the platform, permitting him to listen to instantly about their experiences and the challenges they face.
“Beyond answering questions here, I will personally call selected citizens who leave their contact details so I can hear directly about their experiences and the issues affecting their daily lives,” he stated.
Atiku, who served as Vice-President of Nigeria from 1999 to 2007, has contested the presidency on a number of events.
He urged Nigerians to take part within the initiative by submitting questions and proposals, stressing that the pursuit of a technology-driven and clear authorities ought to start with how leaders hearken to residents.
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