The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has intensified efforts to forge a formidable political coalition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.
As part of its strategic realignment, the party has begun wooing high-profile figures from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC), in a bid to create a broad-based alliance capable of challenging the current political establishment.
In a major boost to this coalition drive, party structures of the PDP in Yobe, Gombe, and Adamawa states have reportedly aligned with the ADC.
Confirming this, Mr. Paul Ibe, media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, said the growing alignment is evidence of the movement’s increasing traction across the country.
“The movement is gaining momentum,” Ibe declared. “Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar remains committed to guiding this coalition into a robust, resilient political platform.
“You’ve already seen the results: the Yobe PDP executive has aligned with the ADC, Gombe’s has followed suit, and Adamawa’s leadership has also pledged loyalty. This is no longer theory—it’s happening.”
Mr. Ibe compared the delicate nature of coalition-building to the early stages of marriage, where compromise and patience are essential:“Coalitions are like new marriages—people come from different backgrounds, ideologies, and regions.
“You could be Igbo, the other person Igala. But you begin to adjust, tolerate, and make compromises. Eventually, you build something stronger than what existed before.”
He emphasized that the opposition coalition is being formed in response to rising fears of authoritarianism, saying:“Only a week ago, there were clear signs Nigeria was veering toward a one-party dictatorship, similar to the Abacha era. This coalition is a direct and deliberate counter to that trend. It’s a rescue mission for democracy.”
Despite the realignment rumors, Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State has strongly refuted claims that he is leading five APC governors into the ADC. He dismissed the reports as unfounded and misleading.
Meanwhile, a political showdown appears to be brewing between FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and ADC’s Interim National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola.
Wike challenged the former Interior Minister to publicly account for his performance in the last administration. His call was in response to recent criticisms allegedly made by Aregbesola regarding the current political climate.
In a separate development, Mr. Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has reaffirmed his dedication to protecting the interests of his supporters and political associates.
While remaining with the LP, Obi made it clear that his primary focus is on promoting good governance and uniting Nigerians behind common goals.
With top figures like Atiku Abubakar playing central roles and state-level PDP executives already pledging allegiance, the ADC-led coalition appears poised to reshape Nigeria’s political landscape.
Analysts suggest that if momentum continues, this emerging alliance could present a serious challenge to the dominance of the ruling APC in 2027.
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