The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a directive aimed at consolidating its ranks ahead of the 2027 elections. The party’s national coalition members must now formally resign from their former political affiliations to secure official recognition.
Malam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC National Publicity Secretary, disclosed the order after a caucus meeting held in Abuja. Though the final order was given, Abdullahi noted that the party’s caucus did not provide a definitive timeline for the resignations. This suggests potential internal friction or resistance within the coalition.
In a move to project unity, Abdullahi also confirmed that all ADC presidential aspirants have agreed to support the eventual winner of the primaries. This commitment is viewed as a necessary measure to maintain organizational cohesion in the lead-up to the electoral cycle.
He added that the party denied any interest in registration or otherwise the All Democratic Alliance (ADA) seeking to be registered as a political party.
He noted that the National Working Committee of ADC would announce date for primaries to elect its candidates for Osun and Èkìtì States off-cycle governorship elections.
Abdullahi said that the meeting was attended by ADC National Chairman, David Mark, former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, National Secretary, Rauf Aregbeshola, former Kaduna State Gov. Malam Nasir el-Rufai.
Others at the meeting include former Sokoto State Gov. Sen. Aminu Tambuwal, former Rivers Gov. Chibuike Amaechi among others.
He said that National Leader of Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi sent apologises, but gave his commitment to decisions took at the meeting
