Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has hinted at a fresh wave of defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), asserting that the party remains focused and strategic as Nigeria heads toward the 2027 general elections.
Speaking on Sunday during an appearance on Politics Today, a Channels Television programme, Governor Sule said that despite the recent formation of an opposition coalition, the APC remains confident and is actively strengthening its base.
“We are not just watching them plan—we are planning too,” the governor stated. “Very soon, you’ll hear of another governor joining us. Senators are decamping and returning to the APC almost daily. These moves are strategic and not happening by coincidence.”
Governor Sule’s comments come in the wake of growing speculation surrounding political realignments ahead of 2027. The opposition, led by notable political heavyweights, recently adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a unified platform to challenge the APC in the next presidential election.
The coalition, which has been dubbed a potential third force, formally presented ADC membership cards to former Senate President David Mark and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola, who now serve as interim national chairman and secretary of the coalition, respectively.
The unveiling event drew major political figures including Labour Party’s Peter Obi, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-governors Nasir El-Rufai and Rotimi Amaechi, Senator Ireti Kingibe, Dele Momodu, Emeka Ihedioha, and Dino Melaye.
Responding to claims by ADC leaders that some politicians have avoided joining the coalition due to fear of intimidation and persecution by the APC-led federal government, Governor Sule dismissed the allegations as unfounded.
“There is no witch-hunt. These accusations are merely political rhetoric,” he said. “The APC remains a strong and inclusive party. Those joining us do so of their own free will because they believe in the party’s vision.”
While the ADC-led coalition has been hailed by some as a promising alternative, critics—particularly from the APC—have questioned its internal cohesion and long-term viability.
As the political landscape begins to take shape ahead of the 2027 elections, both the ruling party and the opposition appear to be intensifying efforts to consolidate support and define their strategic paths to victory.
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