In a surprising comparison that blends politics and sports, former Senator Dino Melaye has congratulated Atiku Abubakar on securing the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 elections. Drawing a parallel to a recent football victory, Melaye remarked that Atiku’s win was reminiscent of Arsenal’s Premier League success.
The ex-lawmaker took to social media platform X to express his admiration, stating, “Boss, you did it just like Arsenal.” This analogy highlights the underdog spirit and long-anticipated victory that both entities share.
Atiku’s emergence as the ADC flagbearer was announced by Tunde Ogbeha, the chairman of the party’s presidential primary committee. According to Ogbeha, Atiku garnered a staggering 1,846,370 votes, defeating competitors Mohammed Hayatu-Deen and Rotimi Amaechi, who secured 177,120 and 504,117 votes, respectively.
This marks Atiku’s sixth attempt at the presidency, having previously contested in 2007, 2019, and 2023. The former vice president remains a prominent figure in Nigerian politics, undeterred by past setbacks.
On May 19, Arsenal clinched their first English Premier League title in 22 years after Manchester City’s draw with Bournemouth. The Gunners’ long-awaited triumph resonated with fans worldwide, including Melaye, who saw a reflection of that perseverance in Atiku’s primary victory.