Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has stirred conversations with a bold statement about how his government would be structured if elected president. According to Atiku, the Yoruba people would occupy the highest positions of power in his administration, not the Hausa-Fulani, as many might expect.

Atiku explained that this decision would not be based on ethnic favoritism but on his belief that Yorubas have historically shown strong commitment to competence and national unity. He emphasized that leadership roles in his government would be given to those who can deliver results and protect Nigeria’s democratic values.

This remark has triggered mixed reactions. While some see it as a strategy to win over Yoruba voters ahead of 2027, others criticize it as divisive and politically insensitive. Analysts say Atiku’s comment reflects the ongoing competition among Nigeria’s major ethnic groups for political relevance and control.

The statement adds a new twist to Nigeria’s political landscape, where ethnicity has long played a crucial role in power-sharing arrangements.