Over 140 Nigerian Politicians Join APC as Opposition Leaders Merge into ADC

Nigeria's political landscape is undergoing a major realignment ahead of the 2027 elections. President Bola Tinubu's All Progressives Congress (APC) has attracted over 140 politicians from opposition parties, highlighting his influence and leadership appeal. In response, opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party have joined forces under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), creating a historic coalition aimed at unseating Tinubu. This alliance, which includes notable defectors from both the APC and opposition parties, seeks to avoid the split vote that contributed to Tinubu's 2023 victory and to present a united front. The ADC's leadership now includes prominent figures such as former Senate President David Mark and former governors, while internal tensions exist within the party. The shifting loyalties and emerging coalitions signal a high-stakes political contest that could redefine Nigeria's democratic trajectory.