Nigeria’s ADC Welcomes Obi & Abubakar
In a strategic political shift, former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi have formally joined the African Democratic Congress (ADC), signaling a high‑profile merger to build a united opposition ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections . The move marks a new era for ADC, formerly a minor big‑tent party.
ADC chair David Mark heralded the realignment as a milestone in preventing single‑party dominance, stating that the coalition will offer Nigerians a “credible, alternative vision”. Analysts Iliyasu Hadi adds that this could transform the ADC into the country’s main opposition force .
The announcement crystallizes escalating rivalry between the ruling APC, under President Tinubu, and a newly strengthened opposition front. High‑level defections often reshape party dynamics, and the coming months will test ADC’s ability to integrate leadership teams and grass‑roots structures nationwide.
These developments suggest early political engineering toward 2027, where opposition conglomeration may decentralize APC’s hold, especially in swing states like Lagos and Abia.
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