Atiku, who is contesting against the incumbent President, Muhammadu Buhari of the All Progressives Congress (APC), urged all eligible voters to come out and exercise their civic duty in a peaceful manner. He also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the conduct of the exercise.
The PDP candidate is expected to perform well in Adamawa and other states in the Northeast region of Nigeria, which has traditionally been a stronghold of the party. However, he faces a tough challenge from Buhari, who won the presidency in 2015 and is seeking a second term in office.
The election has been largely peaceful across the country, with reports of only minor incidents of violence and irregularities. The turnout has been impressive, with millions of Nigerians coming out to vote in what is seen as a crucial election for the future of the country.
The results of the election are expected to be announced in the coming days, with both the PDP and APC expressing confidence of victory. The international community and observers have called for a free and fair election, urging all parties to respect the outcome of the exercise.