The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says it is considering a consensus approach in picking its presidential candidate for the 2027 elections, citing cost-effectiveness and internal harmony as key reasons.
Speaking on Arise TV’s One-on-One, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the ADC has ruled out indirect primaries in line with the amended Electoral Act, leaving direct primaries and consensus as the main options.
“Our focus is on consensus because it is the least costly and most strategic route. That’s what we are working towards,” he explained.
Abdullahi also took aim at the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), claiming the party’s unity hinges entirely on its leader.
“Take power out of APC, and it is nothing. Post-Tinubu, the party will unravel faster than they imagine. He is the glue holding it together,” he said.
Describing the APC as a “special purpose vehicle” designed to deliver Buhari’s and Tinubu’s presidencies, Abdullahi argued the party is already showing anxiety about future elections.
“With all their governors and parliamentary dominance, they still panic. In any free and fair election, they cannot win. Nigerians are tired of them,” he said.
The ADC, positioning itself as a key opposition platform, has been linked with potential 2027 presidential aspirants, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Anambra Governor Peter Obi, and ex-Transportation Minister Rotimi Amaechi. No official declarations have been made yet.
