2027: Opposition coalition in Gombe adopts ADC
A coalition of opposition parties in Gombe State has adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.
The coalition includes members from PDP, SDP, LP, APC, and ADC.
Unveiling the platform in Gombe on Tuesday, Idris Umar, a former Minister of Transportation, said the coalition aimed to rescue Gombe from hardship.
Mr Umar said the coalition was not created to grab power but to promote good governance and improve residents’ standard of living in Gombe State.
He explained that members of various opposition parties aligned with a national coalition to adopt ADC as a platform for the 2027 elections.
“We are unveiling this partnership in Gombe, built on mutual respect and a shared commitment to put Nigeria first,” Mr Umar said.
He noted that the journey took 18 months of dialogue with political stakeholders, leading to ADC being chosen as the preferred platform.
“We are determined to recruit new members and work closely with ADC leadership in Gombe to ensure the party’s success,” he added.
Mr Umar said the coalition had been tasked with expanding membership to help unseat the APC in Gombe and across Nigeria.
A committee chaired by former Gombe deputy governor, John Yoriyo, assisted by Shehu Adamu-Fura, was formed to drive registration.
“We will strengthen the party and open our doors to more members ready to rescue Gombe and Nigeria from present challenges,” Mr Umar stated.
He emphasised the role of opposition in democracy, saying that without it, national progress would be impossible.
Mr Umar, a former senator for Gombe Central, said that coalition efforts are key to lifting Nigerians out of poverty and securing a brighter future.
“Our focus is to move Nigeria forward, ease citizens’ lives, raise living standards and restore national security,” he said.
He urged youths to shun violence and thuggery, stressing that the coalition promotes peace and democratic advancement.
In his address, state party chairman, Auwal Barde, praised members and urged unity to ensure ADC’s success in Gombe in 2027.
(NAN)
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