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 report, coverage proposals and plans for the nation forward of the 2027 common election.
In an announcement issued by the Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Phrank Shaibu, mentioned the platform, tagged “Ask AA”, is scheduled to go reside at 8:30 pm on Thursday.
He mentioned the initiative will permit Nigerians to submit questions on key nationwide points, together with the economic system, safety, know-how, job creation and measures to scale back the price of residing.
According to the assertion, Atiku will personally reply to questions submitted by way of the portal, with members of his media staff additionally helping in offering solutions.
The marketing campaign council mentioned 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 mentioned the initiative was supposed to convey Atiku nearer to Nigerians by way of 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 mentioned.
He added that the initiative mirrored Atiku’s dedication to deploying trendy know-how 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 mentioned 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 mentioned.
Atiku described Ask AA as a platform for transparency, accountability and dialogue, explaining that Nigerians would have the ability to scrutinise his financial report, look at his coverage proposals and supply ideas on nationwide growth.
“No filters, no intermediaries,” he mentioned.
The former Vice-President additionally revealed plans to personally contact chosen contributors who present their phone numbers by way of the platform, permitting him to listen to straight 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 mentioned.
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 suggestions, stressing that the pursuit of a technology-driven and clear authorities ought to start with how leaders hearken to residents.
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