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2027: Atiku, El-Rufai, Amaechi, others apply for new party
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The Nigerian National Coalition Group (NNCG), led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has formally applied to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for registration as a political party.
The group applied to be registered as the All Democratic Alliance (ADA).
The electoral body, on Friday, acknowledged the application dated 19 June and jointly signed by the National Chairman of ADA, Akin Ricketts and the Protem National Secretary, Abdullahi Elayo.
The letter to INEC titled “Application for registration as a political party” said,
“We respectfully write to the Independent National Electoral Commission requesting the registration of our association, the All Democratic Alliance, as a political party.
“This is sequel to the decision taken by the Nigerian National Coalition Group to sponsor our association for full registration.
“The name of the party shall be All Democratic Alliance with ADA as our acronym and ‘Justice for All’ as our slogan.
“The National Secretariat of the party is as stated at the bottom of the association’s letterhead used in this application.
“We have also herewith attached our logo describing in details the symbolism of our party colours and the configuration and the corn (Maize).
“We have further attached our manifesto encompassing details of our party ideology, and our constitution providing the legal framework that defines our identity, structures and organisation, regulates our affairs and guides our actions in alignment with Section 40 and 222 of the Constitution, Section 75 of the Electoral Act (2022) and global democratic principles and objectives.
“Please find attached the following documents: our party flag depicting our name, acronym and slogan, manifesto, constitution and minutes of meeting.
“While we eagerly await further action from the commission on the next step forward towards attaining our desired goal, please accept the consideration of our highest respect.”
Thank you yours most sincerely.”
Apart from Atiku, other politicians behind the formation of ADA include former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, his Rivers counterpart Rotimi Amaechi, and Umar Ardo, a former aide to President Olusegun Obasanjo and the convener of the League of Northern Democrats.
Atiku is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), whose presidential flag he flew in the 2019 and 2023 elections, while Messrs El-Rufai and Amaechi are currently members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and Social Democratic Party (SDP).
The application to INEC for a new party put to rest speculations that the coalition would contest the 2027 elections on the platforms of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or the SDP.
Nigeria currently has 18 political parties. If the ADA is registered, the number will rise to 19.
Forming a coalition
The coalition, which held its first public meeting, attended by some opposition leaders, on 20 March in Abuja, said it planned to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
The event was attended by Babachir Lawal, a former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF); Segun Sowunmi, a former spokesperson for the Atiku Abubakar Campaign Organisation; Salihu Lukman, a former National Vice Chairman (North-west) of the APC, Adamu Waziri, Peter Ameh, Soni Monifade, Mr El-Rufai, and Yunusa Tanko, who represented Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP).
Addressing journalists at the event, Atiku, who lost to Mr Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election, faulted President Tinubu for declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State two days earlier. He asked him to reverse the decision.
“We strongly condemn this development and call on all Nigerians of good conscience to resist this brazen assault on the constitution of our country and the institutions of our democracy,” he said.
Asked if the coalition would serve as an opposition to the APC in the 2027 elections, Atiku said: “Yes, this is the birth of the coalition of opposition ahead of 2027.”
A Federal High Court in Abuja has trashed a suit seeking to prevent former President Goodluck Jonathan from contesting the 2027 presidential election.
The suit, filed by Johnmary Jideobi, asked the court to restrain Jonathan from running under any political party and to stop the Independent National Electoral Commission from accepting or publishing his name as a candidate. It cited Sections 1(1), 1(2), 1(3), and 137(3) of the 1999 Constitution to challenge his eligibility.
The court’s dismissal clears Jonathan to contest if he chooses to run.
The ruling comes days after a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki reportedly granted Jonathan a waiver and endorsed him as the party’s sole presidential candidate for 2027.
Jonathan served as president from 2010 to 2015, completing the term of late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua and winning the 2011 election.
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Wave of Defections Hit APC In Northern Nigeria As Senators, Lawmakers Resigned from Party Over Primaries
A wave of political defections has rocked the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi State following the fallout of its 2026 primaries, as several lawmakers, former candidates, and party chieftains dumped the party over allegations of irregularities and lack of internal democracy.Politics
The development has seen prominent politicians, including Senators and members of the House of Representatives, resigning their membership of the APC and joining opposition parties, particularly the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP).
Leading the latest defections is the Senator representing Bauchi South Senatorial District, Shehu Buba Umar, who announced his resignation from the APC and formally joined the PRP after withdrawing from the party’s governorship primary, which he said was marred by irregularities.
He was followed by the Senator representing Bauchi North, Samaila Kaila Dahuwa, who also exited the APC after losing his return ticket, citing lack of fairness and internal democracy within the party.
In his resignation statement, Buba Umar accused the APC of “absence of internal democracy, marginalisation of genuine party members, and disregard for grassroots voices,” adding that his move to the PRP followed extensive consultations with political associates, youth groups, women organizations, and stakeholders across Bauchi State.
According to him, the PRP offers a more people-focused platform anchored on justice, transparency, and accountability, stressing that his new political direction is aimed at strengthening democratic governance and improving the welfare of citizens.
“Our people deserve better governance, better opportunities, and leadership that truly listens,” he said, urging his supporters to join him in building a stronger movement within the PRP.
The wave of defections also includes members of the National Assembly. The lawmaker representing Jama’are/Itas-Gadau Federal Constituency, Rabilu Bala Kashuri, resigned from the APC after failing to secure a reelection ticket.
Similarly, former deputy governorship candidate and ex-lawmaker, Shehu Aliyu Musa, also dumped the party, citing poor leadership, injustice, and lack of cohesion among APC stakeholders in the state.
In another resignation, former Bauchi State House of Assembly Majority Leader and aspirant for Katagum Federal Constituency, Tijjani Mohammed Aliyu, accused the APC primaries of being predetermined, alleging vote allocation and violations of party guidelines.
He described the process as a “selection exercise” rather than a democratic primary, saying it undermined the founding principles of the party.
Also leaving the party is traditional titleholder and politician, Abubakar Dahuwa Abdulkadir, who condemned the primaries as unfair and discriminatory, while accusing the party of failing to conduct direct primaries in his constituency.
Another aspirant, Sulaiman Sunusi Lalaye, resigned from the APC, stating that his decision was based on persistent irregularities and injustice within the party structure.
He formally notified the party of his withdrawal from the House of Assembly race, adding that he could no longer continue under what he described as a compromised system.
Similarly, Rabi’u Abubakar Bishi also announced his resignation, citing internal crises and unfair treatment of members.
He said his exit was necessary to remain committed to his principles of good governance and political integrity.
Across Bauchi State, aggrieved APC members continue to accuse the party of lacking transparency in its primary elections, alleging that candidates were imposed rather than elected through proper democratic processes.
As the political tension deepens, observers say the mass defections could significantly reshape the political landscape in Bauchi ahead of the next general elections.
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