Barely 24 hours after the unveiling of the newly-formed African Democratic Congress, ADC, coalition, attention has quickly shifted from the spirit of unity to individual ambitions. Meanwhile, the opposition platforms primary objective is to challenge President Bola Tinubu in 2027 elections.
The coalition, introduced as a viable alternative to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, includes prominent political figures such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi, and former Senate President David Mark.
What began as a joint effort by politicians with divergent ideologies is now revealing early signs of internal competition, with separate narratives emerging from the camps of leading contenders.
Amaechi declares interest