ADC,  PDP Faction Plot Unified Front Against INEC Crisis

By Emmanuel Kwada

Leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) are currently holding a closed-door meeting in Abuja.

The high-stakes gathering comes on the heels of intense anti-INEC protests and growing tensions over the electoral body’s recent decision to derecognise the Senator David Mark-led leadership of the ADC.

Prominent figures at the event include Senator David Mark, Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Peter Obi, Abubakar Malami, Babachir Lawal, Rotimi Amaechi, and Aminu Tambuwal.

Representing the PDP faction led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki are Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, Professor Jerry Gana, former Senate President Adolphus Wabara, former Niger State Governor Babangida Aliyu, and other members of the faction’s National Working Committee.

The meeting is believed to be focused on forging a possible alliance or coordinated strategy as opposition figures express frustration over INEC’s handling of party leadership disputes, particularly the ongoing crisis in the ADC.

The ADC has been embroiled in a leadership tussle, with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recently removing Senator David Mark and other key officials from its portal, prompting protests by party youths and supporters.

The youth wing had issued a 72-hour ultimatum to INEC demanding restoration of the recognised leadership or face nationwide action.

Sources close to the meeting indicate that discussions may centre on strengthening opposition cohesion, addressing perceived electoral irregularities, and exploring options for a broader coalition to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in future polls.

This development signals a potential realignment in Nigeria’s opposition ranks, bringing together heavyweights who have previously contested against each other but now appear united in their concerns about the country’s democratic institutions.

Further details are expected to emerge as the closed-door session concludes, with observers watching closely for any formal announcement or joint statement that could signal a new chapter in Nigeria’s opposition politics.

The development has already sparked conversations across social media platforms, with many Nigerians viewing it as a possible step towards a formidable challenge to the status quo ahead of 2027.