Politics
2027: ADC faces fresh challenge
The Coalition for Good Governance (CGG) has urged the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to zone the 2027 presidential ticket to the South or risk derailing the very redemption millions of Nigerians are counting on.
Addressing the press in Abuja, the CGG, a coalition of former national party chairmen and ex-presidential candidates from all six geopolitical zones, said equity, national balance, and electoral realism make Southern zoning a strategic necessity, not a political favour.
“The nation is deeply polarised and economically distressed.
“The path to victory and national healing lies in fairness. Zoning the ticket to the South is both morally compelling and electorally strategic,” the group declared.
It warned that failure to decisively resolve the zoning question could trigger internal fractures and weaken the ADC’s credibility as a genuine alternative platform ahead of 2027.
In a statement formally signed and endorsed by Sir Okey Chikwendu, its National Chairman, and Attah Ikeleji Ikeleji, its National Secretary, the CGG also launched a scathing attack on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the signing of the amended Electoral Act, describing it as “a dangerous regression” that undermines public confidence in elections.
According to the coalition, rejecting mandatory real-time electronic transmission of results leaves room for manipulation, intimidation, and post-election chaos.
“Electronic transmission safeguards data integrity, reduces human interference, and restores trust. Any resistance to it is resistance to transparency,” the statement read.
The group labeled the new law “electoral banditry” and “a civilian equivalent of a coup,” accusing the National Assembly of enabling democratic erosion. It called on the international community to prevail on Nigerian authorities to reverse what it termed anti-democratic legislation.
The coalition further warned of what it described as a creeping one-party state under the ruling All Progressives Congress, citing the wave of defections by opposition governors and lawmakers.
“A one-party state eliminates accountability, suppresses dissent, and erodes constitutional democracy
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it will not take any action on the status of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) until it receives and reviews the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the recent judgment of the Federal High Court in Lokoja directing the withdrawal of the party’s registration.
A source disclosed that the Commission would study the court’s decision before taking an official position.
“We will apply for the Certified True Copy of the judgment and act in accordance with the court’s decision once it is received,” the official said.
The Federal High Court in Lokoja had, in a ruling delivered on Friday, reversed an earlier judgment of December 10, 2025, after finding that not all parties affected by the matter were joined in the suit.
The earlier judgment, which paved the way for the registration of the NDC as a political party, was challenged because it overlooked the interests of the Peace Movement Party (PMP), which claimed ownership of the logo used by the NDC in securing its registration.
Counsel to the PMP, C.S. Ekeocha, said the latest ruling effectively nullified every action taken on the strength of the previous judgment.
According to him, “The recognition of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, the issuance of its certificate of registration, its inclusion in INEC’s records, and any appearance on ballot papers arising from that judgment must be withdrawn pending the final determination of the substantive suit.”
Sources said INEC is currently studying the Certified True Copy of the judgment and will determine its next line of action after completing its review.
A member of the House of Representatives representing Edu/Moro/Patigi Federal Constituency, Dr Ahmed Adamu Saba, has commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and President Bola Tinubu over the emergence of Speaker, Kwara State House of Assembly, Engr Yakubu Danladi Salihu, as the gubernatorial flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 election.
Ajiya Shaba, in a statement made available to journalists in Ilorin, described AbdulRazaq as a true leader who meant well for the people in view of his landmark achievements across all sectors of the economy, which have had maximum positive impacts on the people and the support of zoning the governorship ticket to Kwara North.
Saba, in the statement, said it’s a welcome development and an historic achievement for the people of Kwara North, noting that it has further strengthened their sense of belonging and inclusion in the political affairs of Kwara State.
The lawmaker, Chairman of the Belgium-Nigeria Parliamentary Friendship Group, also expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the emergence of the Speaker, Yakubu Danladi Salihu, in the strategic leadership position, describing it as a monumental achievement for the people of Kwara North.
According to the lawmaker, the emergence of Saihui is a clear demonstration of President Tinubu’s commitment to fairness, inclusiveness, and equitable representation.
The Deputy Chairman, House Committee on Judiciary, Pension and National Assembly Matters, in the statement expressed confidence in the ability of the Speaker to consolidate on the achievements of Governor AbdulRazaq to further develop not only Kwara North, but the entire state as a whole.
The lawmaker also joined the traditional rulers, APC leaders, and other stakeholders across Kwara State to support the emergence of the party’s flagbearer in the 2027 election.
He stated that the recognition accorded to Kwara North has rekindled hope among the people and reinforced their confidence in the leadership of the President.
“It gives the people of Kwara North a greater sense of belonging in Kwara politics. We believe this opportunity will inspire more progress, unity, and development across the region,” Saba said.
He expressed confidence that Kwara North would continue to contribute positively to the growth and advancement of the state, adding that the zone is prepared to justify the confidence reposed in it through dedicated service and support for good governance.
Saba further congratulated Salihu on his emergence and urged him to remain committed to excellence, integrity, and the collective interest of the people.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to working with all stakeholders to promote unity, development, and sustainable progress across Kwara State and Nigeria.
The governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani, has expressed optimism about the creation of state police, saying the problem of insecurity in Nigeria would be solved.
The Nigerian Senate passed a constitutional amendment bill establishing state police to operate concurrently with the existing federal structure.
Speaking during a live interview on Channels TV, the governor said that at the initial stage, many people were opposed to the idea of the creation of the state police, but today many of them have supported the idea.
Answering a question about who to hold accountable between the governor, the commissioner or the federal government, if the idea of the state police failed, he said he was optimistic that the state police would address the problem of insecurity in Nigeria.
According to Uba, “Honestly speaking, I’m very optimistic about it. It (state police) is going to be successful. That was my thinking in 2020; I still believe it right now. Many people who were opposed to it at the beginning are now supporting it.”
Uba revealed that lawmakers such as Senator Eyinnaya Abaribe, who opposed the idea when it was raised in 2020, are now supporting it, adding that “Because they have sat down, and they have seen that things are changing.”
He advised Nigerians not to be sceptical about something we have not tested.
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