According to reporting by **Daily Post**, prominent banker and economist Mohammed Hayatu-Deen has officially declared his intention to run for the presidency in 2027. He has chosen the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as his platform, joining a growing list of heavyweights like Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi who are already positioning themselves for the next electoral cycle.
Hayatu-Deen stated that his decision was born out of the “deepening strain” on the Nigerian populace and the urgent need for technocratic leadership. He argues that his background in the private sector and economic management makes him uniquely qualified to navigate the country out of its current fiscal challenges.
**Tribune** confirmed the declaration, noting “Hayatu-Deen joins the race to steady Nigeria,” while **The Guardian** mentioned that “the ADC is positioning itself as the main third-force alternative for 2027.”
**Echotitbits take:** The 2027 race is heating up surprisingly early. Hayatu-Deen’s entry suggests that the “technocrat” appeal is still strong, but he will need to prove he has the grassroots reach to compete with the traditional political machines.
Source: The Punch – https://punchng.com/hayatu-deen-joins-adc-presidential-race-vows-unity-economic-reset/t, April 23, 2026
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