Atiku Abubakar has been around for a long time in Nigerian politics; he even financed the campaign for Nigeria's first civilian president after military rule, Olusegun Obasanjo, becoming his vice president.

Now he is the flag-bearer for the opposition PDP.

As elections approach on February 16, we share this interview made late last year.

For the very latest news and analysis, head to www.theafricareport.com and sign up to our newsletter.