The Digest:
Senator Ali Ndume (Borno South) has cautioned the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) against dismissing the growing influence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and other opposition platforms ahead of the 2027 general elections. Appearing on Channels TV's Politics Today, Ndume cited the 2023 elections as evidence that political surprises are possible, pointing to Peter Obi's ability to mobilise significant support nationwide as a clear example. He stressed that emerging political forces can reshape the electoral landscape, a lesson parties must take seriously. On security, Ndume applauded US-Nigeria cooperation against insurgency and expressed support for further US airstrikes in the North-East, arguing sustained offensives are necessary to enable displaced persons to return home.
Key Points:
- The warning signals growing opposition momentum that could challenge APC's dominance in 2027.
- It reinforces the need for ruling parties to take emerging coalitions seriously rather than underestimate them.
- ADC and opposition figures gain credibility, while APC faces intensified pressure to consolidate.
- This reflects the fluidity of Nigeria's political landscape and potential for electoral upsets.
- The timing, two years before elections, allows both sides to recalibrate strategies.
Sources: Nigerian Tribune, Channels TV
