The Digest:
The newly formed opposition coalition, the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC), faces internal strife as key figures, Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rotimi Amaechi clash over zoning the 2027 presidential ticket. The alliance aims to unseat President Tinubu but risks collapse over North-South power-sharing disputes.
Key Points
- Atiku (North) seeks fifth presidential bid, while Obi and Amaechi (South) demand adherence to regional rotation.
- Amaechi vows to serve only one term if elected, citing "stability" as his priority.
- Obi pledges "competent, compassionate leadership" but insists on Southern candidacy.
- Analysts warn the coalition could implode like the PDP in 2015 if zoning isn’t resolved.
- ADC’s interim chair, David Mark, frames the alliance as a "rescue mission" for Nigeria’s democracy.
- Tinubu’s APC advantage grows as opposition struggles to unite behind a single candidate.
- Historical precedent: Zoning disputes doomed PDP in the 2015 and 2023 elections.
The resolution of the Zoning Conundrum will be the ultimate test for the ADC coalition's unity and its viability as a formidable challenger in the 2027 presidential elections.
Sources: Premium Times
