Hayatu Deen Pulls Out Of ADC Race Over Irregularities
Businessman and politician Mohammed Hayatu-Deen has withdrawn from the African Democratic Congress presidential primary ahead of the 2027 election.
The former aspirant announced his decision during the ongoing exercise involving party delegates across the country.
Hayatu-Deen said his withdrawal was linked to concerns over alleged irregularities surrounding the primary process.
His exit leaves former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Rivers governor Rotimi Amaechi as the remaining major contenders in the race.
The development comes as the ADC intensifies preparations for the 2027 presidential election amid growing political realignments within opposition parties.
Party officials have continued the collation of results from various states despite the withdrawal.
Hayatu-Deen’s decision has already stirred reactions among party supporters and political observers, with many watching closely to see how the move could affect the balance of the contest within the ADC.
