…Says Leadership Is Two-Way Conversation, Promises Personal Responses, Phone Calls
..Portal Goes Live Today By 8:30pm*
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has unveiled a new citizen-engagement portal, ‘Ask AA’, designed to create a direct channel between him and Nigerians.
The portal, which goes live at *8:30 p.m. today, October 15, 2026*, will give Nigerians the opportunity to ask Atiku questions about his political agenda, record in public service and plans for the country.
According to a statement by the Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, Phrank Shaibu, the free-access platform allows citizens to submit questions on issues including the economy, security, technology, job creation and Atiku’s plan to make life more affordable.
Shaibu said Atiku will personally respond to questions submitted on the platform, while his media team will also provide support in answering queries.
“Powered by technology, Ask AA is designed to help bridge the information gap between voters and the ADC presidential candidate by making it easier for citizens to engage with him and access information about his positions and proposals,” he said.
He added that the initiative reflects Atiku’s commitment to using modern technology to make government more efficient, secure and effective.
For communities without internet access, Shaibu disclosed that the campaign plans to make the platform accessible through a radio interface.
In announcing the initiative on his social media accounts, Atiku said he conceived Ask AA because he believes that “leadership is a two-way conversation.”
“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,” Atiku stated.
“That is why I am launching Ask AA — a direct citizen-engagement platform built for transparency, accountability and dialogue. No filters, no intermediaries.
“Whether you want to question my economic record, discuss my policy plans for technology, security and job creation, or share your own recommendations for national progress, nothing is off the table. I want to hear your questions, your policy critiques and your best ideas.
“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.
“A transparent, technology-driven government is not a promise for tomorrow. It begins with how we listen to you today.
