The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says it has yet to take a position on zoning its presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting it will not be forced into a premature decision.
Speaking on Wednesday’s edition of Channels Television’s Politics Today, the party’s spokesman, Bolaji Abdullahi, said internal consultations are ongoing, but no conclusion has been reached.
He stressed that discussions around zoning remain active within the party’s leadership.
According to him, the ADC will determine its position at an appropriate time, noting that external pressure or political expectations will not dictate the party’s decision-making process.
The development comes amid shifting alignments ahead of the 2027 race.
The Labour Party has already zoned its presidential ticket to the southern region, while the All Progressives Congress (APC) has adopted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as its consensus candidate.
Amid these moves, speculation has trailed the ADC, particularly claims that the party is being positioned as a platform for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to pursue his presidential ambition.
However, Abdullahi dismissed the allegation, maintaining that the party remains open and does not favour any individual aspirant.
He said suggestions linking the ADC exclusively to any single politician are inaccurate.
He added that the party’s platform is equally available to other prominent figures such as Peter Obi and Rotimi Amaechi, among others who may choose to contest under its banner.
Addressing recent defections to the ruling party, Abdullahi accused President Tinubu of undermining opposition politics, warning that such actions could weaken democratic balance.
He called on opposition groups to unite, arguing that a fragmented opposition would only strengthen the status quo.
Abdullahi emphasised the need for collaboration among like-minded political actors to safeguard Nigeria’s democracy.
The ADC, he said, remained committed to building a broad coalition capable of providing a viable alternative in the 2027 elections.
