Atiku Abubakar

Atiku Abubakar

politician Nigeria

Atiku Abubakar, a former Vice President of Nigeria, is a key leader in the PDP whose choice of running mate in the 2023 elections sparked significant dissent within the party, leading to increased factionalism.

Born on Nov 25, 1946 (79 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
2 wks
Reach
5,116,956
Power
12,401$
Sentiment
5.25
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 9 5.33 2.05% +20% 206,139,589 5,082,894 $448,000 11,047$
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 34,062 $2,700,000 1,355$
Totals 10 274,025,600 5,116,956 $3,148,000 12,402$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Leading opposition politician Atiku Abubakar called the incident an 'unfortunate incident'. 5

BBC: Nigeria president 'in great shape' after falling over at Turkey reception

Nigeria Nigeria: Atiku Abubakar is a former Vice President who cautioned his followers and those of Obi against verbal attacks that undermine opposition unity. 5

The Punch: ADC cracks over Peter Obi's 2027 presidential ticket

Nigeria Nigeria: Atiku Abubakar is described as a formidable opponent but not a match for the ruling party in 2027. 6

The Punch: Atiku can't beat Tinubu in 2027, even with Obi: Minister

Nigeria Nigeria: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemned the arrests, describing them as an attempt to suppress democratic expression. 6

The Punch: 52 Arrested Were Not Protesters, Says IG

Nigeria Nigeria: The former president has not hidden his disapproval of the presidential ambition of his former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar. 5

The Punch: Obasanjo Backs Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket for 2027 Election

Nigeria Nigeria: Atiku Abubakar is the former Vice President and 2023 PDP presidential candidate, whose son has now joined the APC. 6

The Punch: Atiku’s Son Dumps PDP for APC, Backs Tinubu for 2027