2027 elections: Atiku, Obi, Mark launch ADC to unseat Tinubu

Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and David Mark have launched a new coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to challenge President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections.

By Rhalialt Arhuoizah

Here's what's happening :
- The Coalition's Objective: Unite opposition parties to defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and provide a credible alternative to Nigerians. The coalition aims to address pressing issues like economic recovery, job creation, security reform, anti-corruption initiatives, youth and women empowerment.
- Key Players:
- Atiku Abubakar: Former Vice President and PDP stalwart
- Peter Obi: 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate and popular reform advocate
- David Mark: Former Senate President and interim National Chairman of the ADC
- Nasir El-Rufai: Former Kaduna State Governor
- Rotimi Amaechi: Former Transportation Minister
- Challenges Ahead: The coalition faces internal rifts and resistance from existing ADC members who describe the takeover as an "undemocratic hijack." Some members have vowed to challenge the appointments and adoption of the ADC as the coalition's platform in court.
- Potential Impact: If successful, this alliance could become the most formidable opposition bloc Nigeria has seen in years, potentially reshaping the country's political landscape. The coalition's policy blueprint, dubbed "Compass to the Future," outlines plans for economic recovery, security reform, and anti-corruption initiatives.