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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been chosen as the platform for Nigeria's opposition coalition, with former Senate President David Mark appointed interim chairman and ex-Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola as secretary. The decisive moves came during a high-stakes Abuja meeting attended by coalition leaders preparing to challenge the ruling APC in 2027.

  • ADC emerges as a unified opposition platform after months of negotiations
  • David Mark brings decades of political experience as interim chairman
  • Aregbesola vows to build "ideology-driven" alternative to mainstream parties
  • Bolaji Abdullahi named coalition spokesperson
  • Formal announcement expected Wednesday
In his acceptance speech, Aregbesola delivered a blistering critique of Nigeria's political establishment: "Our landscape is plagued by parties that lack ideological depth - empty shells merging and splitting over power, not principle." He pledged the ADC would be different, focusing on concrete policies for education, security, and job creation.

The coalition brings together political heavyweights including Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi, and Nasir el-Rufai. Talks gained momentum in early 2025, culminating in May's agreement to adopt ADC as their vehicle.

As the political storm gathers strength, one question remains: Can this alliance weather Nigeria's turbulent political climate?