The Digest:
Former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai has officially registered with the African Democratic Congress, solidifying his place in a growing coalition of opposition leaders preparing for the 2027 general elections. The move, coming after a short-lived stint with the Social Democratic Party, signals a significant realignment in Nigeria’s political landscape as key figures unite under one banner.
Key Points:
- El-Rufai received his ADC membership card at the Ungwan Sarki ward in Kaduna.
- He was previously expelled by the SDP and declared ineligible for 30 years.
- In his resignation letter, he emphasized building a "unified democratic platform."
- He left the APC in March, accusing it of abandoning its founding principles.
- The ADC has been adopted as the main opposition platform for 2027 by leaders, including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi.
- El-Rufai played a central role in the formation of the APC ahead of the 2015 elections.
- He was accompanied by former aides and local government chairmen during registration.
Sources: The Cable
