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If eventually appointed, Tambuwal would bring experience from the 2023 presidential race, where he coordinated Atiku’s campaign machinery in a contest that ended with President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerging victorious.

Former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal has emerged as the leading contender to direct the 2027 presidential campaign of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, as the African Democratic Congress (ADC) intensifies preparations for the election.

Tambuwal’s emergence is attracting attention because of his previous role as Director-General of Atiku’s 2023 presidential campaign on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

According to reports, the former Speaker of the House of Representatives is being considered to lead Atiku’s campaign structure, although the party is yet to make an official announcement.

The ADC has continued consultations over the composition of its campaign organisation ahead of the commencement of presidential campaigns on August 19, as political parties move from internal arrangements into full election mobilisation.

If eventually appointed, Tambuwal would bring experience from the 2023 presidential race, where he coordinated Atiku’s campaign machinery in a contest that ended with President Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) emerging victorious.

Party insiders believe his familiarity with Atiku’s political structure, extensive national network and experience in managing a presidential campaign make him a strong candidate for the role.

The Punch disclosed that Tambuwal had become the leading choice to coordinate the campaign organisation, adding that he would work closely with former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, who is expected to serve as Atiku’s running mate.

“Tambuwal,” the source said when asked who was being considered for the position.

The source added that Amaechi would work alongside Tambuwal in developing and executing the party’s nationwide campaign strategy.