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Coalition-backed African Democratic Congress ADC, on Saturday reiterated its determination to send the President Bola Tinubu administration packing, saying it will match the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, tactic for tactic in the 2027 general election.

ADC said the fact that it does not have serving governors in its fold does it detract from its formidability as a viable platform to sack the Tinubu administration.

Noting that the governors were yet to join the ADC because of the intimidation they would face from the Tinubu administration, the opposition party said Nigerians are angry with the administration and therefore ready to slug it out with the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC.

The ADC added that it was ready to match the APC in any way, adding that it would be difficult for the ruling party to rig the 2027 polls.

Spokesman of the ADC, Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, stated this after a meeting of the National Political Consultative Group (North) in Abuja, a bloc within the ADC.

The meeting had earlier observed a minute’s silence for the late former president, Muhammadu Buhari.

Some of those at the meeting included former Senate President and Interim National Chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark, Malam Kashim Imam,
Alhaji Adamu Maina Waziri, Salihu Moh. Lukman, former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami SAN, former Kaduna State governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, Senator Dino Melaye, a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, and Chairman, Board of Trustees BoT of ADC, Dr Mani Ibrahim.

On the governors, he said; “We don’t need to particularly target any serving governor. We know that no serving governor will want to come to us now because of the kinds of intimidation that they are facing. We know what they are doing to them. Some of them who cannot jump to their party (APC) are saying we are endorsing their presidential candidate. No problem. But what you are seeing is a conspiracy against the Nigerian people. The ADC welcomes everybody, but we are convinced that we are a movement that has the backing of the majority of Nigerians who are not happy with the direction this country is going”, said Abdullahi.

He also dismissed the prediction by ruling party politicians that the ADC will collapse within six months of its emergence.

“Well, we are counting. It’s how many months now? How many months have we spent now? You know, when we started, they said it was dead on arrival, right? Now they are giving us a six-month lifespan. After six months, they will extend it because the coalition is a coalition of Nigerians. It is a coalition that represents the desired interest of Nigerians to be free from the current crisis of existence that they are facing. Every Nigerian who is hungry knows that he doesn’t want this to continue. Every Nigerian who is finding it difficult to pay his children’s school fees, whose salary has been reduced to just a piece of paper, knows that he needs an alternative and the only alternative today is the ADC.

“So, if they continue to say that, let them continue to wish that this will collapse, but I can assure you the leadership of the ADC is very clear about the challenges that we are facing. We are very clear about the trust that Nigerians put in us. Every single day we receive messages from across this country saying that you people should please ensure that this succeeds because this is our only hope. So they can continue to wish as much as they want, they can continue to predict as much as they want, but for us we are very clear about where we are going and where we want to take Nigeria”, he added.

Abdullahi also dismissed fears that the ADC could be hijacked by a cabal, noting that the party is for all Nigerians and has functional structures that would not allow anyone or group hijack its processes and systems.

Earlier, Interim National Chairman of the Party, Senator David Mark said the North was building profusely, adding that the ADC possesses the Midas touch to restore the fortunes of the region.

Speaking on the theme of the event, Peace and Social Cohesion, a Panacea to Challenges in the North, the former military general said; “The North is bleeding profusely and we are the only ones who can heal it”.

He stressed the urgency and efficacy of unity and social cohesion, adding that the North has had enough of violence and other troubles, saying it was time to join hands to salvage the region.

Babachir in his part said the Northerners have mandated their leaders to pursue the interests of the region using the ADC as vehicle.

“Our people have encouraged us, have directed us, and have mandated us to organize ourselves in the manner that we deliver whatever we want through the ADC”, he said.

On fears that the Tinubu administration could manipulate the electoral process in 2027, Lawal said; “I don’t believe. No one in ADC leadership or rank and file believes that votes do not count. Votes do count and we are going to make sure that votes count. This election, votes will count. I tell you. Forget about this fear that votes will not count. ADC is a party of Nigerians. ADC is one. Whatever techniques, whatever malicious activity they (APC) throw at us, we will counter it effectively, and we will counter and defeat them at it”, he added

In a significant development that could shake the political landscape of Ekiti State, prominent loyalists and aides of former Governors Ayodele Fayose, Kayode Fayemi and Segun Oni, have officially joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), in a move to further complicate the electoral fortunes of incumbent Governor Biodun Oyebanji come 2026 gubernatorial election in the state.


Vanguard recalls that the immediate predecessor of Oyebanji, Dr Fayemi, another two term Governor of Ekiti, Fayose and Oni, a one term Governor, who later later contested the 2022 governorship election against the incumbent under the platform of the Social Democratic Party, had earlier thrown their weight behind Oyebanji’s candidature for the 2026 Gubernatorial election in Ekiti.

However, some critical loyalists of these former governors in Ado-Ekiti reconvened over the weekend to officially unveil the African Democratic Party (ADC) ahead of the state and general elections in 2026 and 2027 respectively.

These individuals include former Deputy Governor, Chief of Staff, Secretary to the State Government and Head of Service under Fayose, Professor Kolapo Eleka, Dipo Anisulowo, Modupe Alade and Gbenga Faseluka; former Commissioner for Information under Fayemi, Akin Omole, former Deputy Governor and Secretary to the State Government under Segun Oni, Sikiru Lawal and Ambassador Dare Bejide, former Speaker of Ekiti House of Assembly, Gboyega Aribisogan, among others.

Speaking with journalists in Ado-Ekiti after the event that pulled thousands across the 16 local governments areas of the state, Eleka, who is the Ekiti ADC Stakeholders Cordinator, described the party as the only coalition that would save Nigerians from the claws of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Biodun Oyebanji.

He said the party, under the leadership of former Senate President, David Mark, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Labour Party Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, among others, is ready to take the country out of the hands of those leaders he described as corrupt, intimidating and unnvisionary.

His words, “ADC is the way, it’s the most meaningful party because we have the intention to cater for the interest of the Nigerians. We have an ideology and we are following it.

“Most of our leaders in other parties formed this together so that we can unsit the leaders making us face hell at the national and state levels. We have what it takes to revive our economy, we must come together, we must avail ourselves for the betterment of Nigeria.

“Leaders of this party are like-minded individuals and citizens of Nigeria who mean well for the interest of Nigeria. They have shown the core value of transparency, accountably. They know the policy that can make things work for Nigerians because we are tired of dead parties.

“Let’s be united, we are not pursuing shadow but real things and with these calibres of leaders, they know the way, they have the influence to make decisions that will lead to the betterment of Nigerians. This is a winning coalition, to say no to one party system and intimidation”.

Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, represented by Professor Bayo Fakunle appreciated Ekiti residents for their support during the National Convention of his former party in 2019 and 2022, while also calling on them to support the leadership of ADC for the growth and development of the country.

Akin Omole, a former Commissioner for Information under Fayemi, also said his defection to ADC was not a move to sabotage his former Boss but his personal decision to join a formidable force that mean well for the people of Ekiti.

Ekiti ADC Chairman, Omolayo Ilesanmial explained that the defection of the noble indivduals signified a shared dedication to building a Nigeria rooted in progress, integrity, discipline and honesty.

Ilesanmi reaffirmed the commitment of ADC in Ekiti State towards working in harmony with its national goals, especially as the 2026 gubernatorial election and the 2027 general elections gather momentum.


He called on all members and loyalists of the party to secure their voter’s cards, which according to him is their golden ticket to victory

Sharpsharp00123:
who are d north?

aswani:
Una don start again. The entire North will do this and that without any proof. When dissapointment happens to you again, you will not let us rest.

CyrusVI:
Its disappointing to say the least

The guy went ahead to write on a match that was still ongoing




This was the guy that wrote the article. He wanted the team to l-ose and was expecting it


But then, I saw his middle name and I wasn't surprised at all. Na dem

shivisee:
Omo this tears will last another 50 years in inland!

zero8zero:
After Tinubu leaves in 2031, what are you going to do?, use biafran army to invade Lagos? 🤣🤣

happney65:
I tire o. I can only whyne you. I have absolutely no business with an older woman.

Make she go meet Tinubu

The truth remains that Lagos is NOT a kingdom; it is a city of the people,” Sowore asserted. “The Yoruba, Igbo, Ijaw, Hausa, Ibibio, Brazilian returnees, the Saros-Sierra Leoneans, and many others built Lagos City’s greatness. No tribe owns Lagos more than those who live in it and make it breathe.”

omenka:
Any patriotic Nigerian can swear with their last breath the man and his supporters are genuinely pissed about the triumph of Nigeria.

People wey dey even vex when Army kill bandits.

helinues:
Hahahah, even before the match started, the social media was full with some people wishing Super Falcons bad luck, when we were 2-0 down I'm the first half, that's when they became louder, shifting the blame on the government.

Anyways, we are not surprised or disappointed about their attitude, just additional things to keep records of

aswani:
Rubbish, President Tinubu still needs votes from both North Central and North West plus even if Peter Obí doesn't contest, he has nothing in the South East due to bad belle.

Ttalk:
Tinubu didn't fail, it's your leaders, governors and elected representatives that failed.

Softmirror:
It is about their hatred for Nigeria all because their candidate didn't win the last presidential election.

Bluntemperor:
So, your David Mark is now Pro- North by his Statements,
BUT was Pro- Nigeria as a Soldier,
Pro- Central Nigeria as a Senator( at a Red Chamber),
but Now Only your ADC can help the Northern Nigeria- and the Rest of Nigeria can go to Places,abi?
-You Obedients- that think because your Obi couldn't win, even on Social Media wants to Zig- zag Nigerians by FOOLING UNA SELF- thinking -Let's tell Northern Nigeria Big- LIES - then they Wouldn't vote Tinubu-2nd Term,e go Shock 😲 Una!
Radarada People Everywhere!

Softmirror:
Are you suffering?

YesDaddyTill203:
Give them a chance in your enclave, not here. We are not sold just because of promises. We know the actors, we know there antecedents and past records. ADC is made up of failed actors who are simply desperate to return to power.

Tareq1105:
David Mark couldn't solve the challenges of the North as an influencial Senate president for 8 years, is it now with his new ADC that he wants to solve North problems?

helinues:
Stop crying.. We are in weekend. People are relaxing while you have been nagging on my mentions since morning

helinues:
With which candidate? Because if it's those parading themselves as the leader of the coalition, no way. They are not a better replacement for president Tinubu

Ikaeniyan0:
ADC will share votes with the PDP.

I'm glad you Obidients are now accepting the fact that peter obi will never become the president. Bola Ahmed Tinubu will rule Nigeria till may 2031.

Leboska:
This post should be moved to psychiatric department very important