According to Daily Post News, In a surprising turn of events, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has paid a visit to President Muhammadu Buhari at the Aso Rock Villa. This visit comes amid rumours of a possible defection from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to the opposition People's Democratic Party (PDP). The visit was confirmed by Senator Shehu Sani, who was present during the meeting.
"It's like trekking in the Sahara," Senator Sani said when asked about Atiku's visit. "Everyone is trying to read between the lines and figure out what this means for Nigerian politics. But one thing is for sure, it's a significant move and it has definitely caught everyone's attention."
Speculations have been rife about Atiku's political future and his strained relationship with the APC. His absence at the party's national convention last month further fuelled these rumours. Many have been anticipating a formal announcement of Atiku's defection to the PDP, and while no official statement has been made yet, this visit has only added to the speculation.
It is also worth noting that this is the first time Atiku has visited Buhari since his victory in the 2019 presidential election. The two were once political allies, serving as Vice President and President respectively during former President Olusegun Obasanjo's tenure. However, their relationship turned sour when Atiku left the PDP to join the APC in 2014 and contested for the party's presidential ticket in 2015.
Atiku's visit has caused a buzz in political circles, with many wondering what could have prompted it. Some see it as a prelude to his eventual defection, while others believe it could be a move to secure a position in Buhari's government. Whatever the reason may be, it is clear that this meeting has brought about a new twist in Nigerian politics.
Only time will tell what this means for the future of both Atiku and Buhari, as well as the country as a whole. For now, all eyes are on these two political heavyweights and the potential impact of their meeting on the already volatile political landscape of Nigeria.