Friday, June 12, 2026
FB X LI YT
Breaking
Otunba Bimbo Ashiru, Group Chairman of Oodua Investment Company Limited, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. A proud moment for Yoruba land as he addresses the gathering on regional unity and progress. Representative from the DAWN Commission speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference, addressing the gathering on regional integration, collaboration with Think Yoruba First, and the future of Yoruba land in a multipolar world. The event was held in partnership with the DAWN Commission. Otunba Deji Osibogun, Convener of Yoruba Koya Leadership and Training Foundation, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. He addressed the gathering on leadership development, grassroots mobilisation, and the urgent need to build the next generation of Yoruba leaders. Oba Francis Olusola Alao, the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon Kingdom, speaks at the Think Yoruba First 4th Global Conference. The royal father spoke on the critical role of traditional institutions in securing the nation and praised Think Yoruba First for their tireless work in advancing the cause of Yoruba land, declaring that the movement is the future of Yoruba progress and unity. “No One Is More Qualified Than Me” – Senator Dickson Declares Obi Not Doing NDC Any Favour Caribbean Nation Opens Doors: Grenada Grants Nigerians Visa-Free Access, Seeks Direct Flights and Investment Economic Invasion, Physical and Psychological Warfare on Yoruba Land Of Meekness And Majesty: A Centennial Tribute to Pa Reuben Fasoranti – By Chief Ademola Folarin, Afenifere Secretary General
NEWS

ADC Insists on building strong party structure before 2027 elections, rules out handing over to Atiku, Obi among others

July 9, 2025 • 2 min read

July 09, 2025

By Ayinde Adeleke

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has directed all its leaders with presidential ambitions to suspend public expressions of interest until the party’s structures are solidified ahead of the 2027 general elections.

This directive was announced by a key stakeholder in the party, Malam Salihu Moh. Lukman, during an appearance on AIT’s Jigsaw programme in Abuja.

According to Lukman, the party is determined to build a strong and independent structure that can regulate the conduct of all its members, including elected representatives and aspirants.

“What we are telling everybody in the coalition is that the structures of the party will not be handed over to aspiring candidates,” Lukman stated.

“We have to build the party in a way that it can regulate everyone – aspirants and office holders alike.”

The directive is seen as a move to prevent any aspirant from hijacking the party’s platform and to ensure that the ADC operates independently.

Lukman emphasized that the party’s unity is currently being maintained due to a consensus among leaders to withhold public declarations of ambition while foundational work is being done.

“I think that the suspension of the expression of ambition has to continue,” Lukman noted. “I can see some leaders have already become hyper-reactive.”

The ADC’s decision comes amid concerns over internal disunity and the fear of pre-election failure.

The party has attracted several high-profile figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Labour Party flagbearer Peter Obi, and ex-Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, who are rumoured to be eyeing the party’s 2027 presidential ticket.

Lukman also commented on the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), a political association pushing for a credible alternative to the ruling party.

He described the ADA and the choice of ADC as a strategic move by opposition leaders to give Nigerians a real political option in 2027 and prevent the emergence of a one-party state.

“A special committee was set up by the coalition, and it’s based on the determination that we are not going to leave anything unturned to ensure that by 2027, we present an option to Nigerians,” Lukman explained.

“We are not going to allow a situation where the country is set up for a one-party state.”