The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reaffirmed its determination to participate in the 2027 general elections under its platform, despite recent actions by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) questioning the party’s leadership status.
Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television Politics Today on Tuesday, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, expressed confidence that the ADC would overcome the current legal and administrative challenges facing it.
He maintained that the party remained firmly committed to contesting the next general elections.
Abdullahi said the ADC has strong faith in the judiciary and believes its case is solid, expressing optimism that the courts will ultimately rule in its favour.
While acknowledging the uncertainties, he noted that the party is both hopeful for a favourable outcome and prepared for any eventuality.
He argued that the party had complied with all necessary requirements, including notifying INEC ahead of its planned congresses, insisting that the electoral body’s stance would not deter its activities or ambitions.
The ADC spokesman also warned against what he described as attempts to weaken opposition parties in the country.
He accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), led by President Bola Tinubu, of pursuing an agenda that could reduce Nigeria to a one-party state.
According to him, the ADC and other opposition forces are determined to resist any such development through lawful means.
He stressed that the party would not back down, stating that doing so would amount to surrendering Nigeria’s democratic space.
Abdullahi also alleged that the ruling party is unsettled by its perceived decline in public support, despite controlling a significant number of political offices nationwide.
He claimed that this has led to efforts aimed at destabilising opposition parties ahead of the 2027 elections.
He also rejected suggestions that the ADC might consider boycotting the polls, describing such a move as counterproductive.
He argued that participating in the electoral process remains the most effective way to bring about change and represent the interests of Nigerians.
Providing background to the dispute, Abdullahi explained that the leadership crisis within the party had led to a legal battle at the Federal High Court in Abuja.
The case challenges the legitimacy of the party’s current leadership, including figures such as David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola.
INEC had recently removed their names from its official records, citing a court directive to maintain the status quo.
However, Abdullahi insisted that the process that produced the current leadership remains lawful and transparent.
The ADC, which emerged as a coalition platform in 2025, is positioning itself as a major challenger in the 2027 elections.
The party has attracted the support of several prominent political figures, including Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rabiu Kwankwaso.
As political activities gradually build toward the next general elections, the party says it remains focused on offering Nigerians an alternative platform and will not be deterred by ongoing disputes.
