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2027 Presidency: APC Unveils South, North-Central Strategy to Secure Tinubu’s Re-election

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December 14, 2025

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

2027 Presidency: APC Unveils South, North-Central Strategy to Secure Tinubu’s Re-election

Fresh details have emerged on the All Progressives Congress (APC) strategy to secure bloc votes from the South and North-Central ahead of the 2027 presidential election, as the ruling party moves to strengthen President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid amid growing opposition in parts of the North.

Sources at the APC national secretariat disclosed that the plan, described by a senior party official as a “materialising countermeasure,” was initiated more than five months ago following intelligence reports of rising discontent in the core North and the emergence of an opposition coalition reportedly led by the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Party insiders said the initiative is being driven by key figures including Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, APC Governors’ Forum Chairman Hope Uzodimma, APC National Secretary Ajibola Basiru, and Ikeja Federal Constituency lawmaker James Faleke.

In recent months, northern socio-political groups such as the Northern Elders Forum and the Arewa Consultative Forum have openly criticised Tinubu’s administration, citing alleged marginalisation in political appointments, project distribution, and responses to insecurity. Prominent northern politicians, including Nasir El-Rufai, Abubakar Malami, and allies of former President Muhammadu Buhari, have also been linked to growing resistance against Tinubu’s second-term ambition.

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According to INEC 2023 election data, Tinubu polled 8.79 million votes nationwide, with over 5.3 million votes from the North, underscoring the region’s electoral significance.

Amid the northern pushback, the APC has intensified efforts to consolidate control of the South, aiming to ensure that no southern state falls to the opposition in 2027. Party sources said the strategy involves targeted alliances, elite engagement, and the use of federal influence, pointing to recent defections of PDP governors as evidence of progress.

“The goal is to deliver the entire South. Once we do that, we are already 50 per cent on the path to victory,” a party official said, adding that only Abia and Oyo remain outside APC control in the region.

The ruling party is also targeting the North-Central, where Plateau, Nasarawa and the Federal Capital Territory were lost in 2023 to Labour Party candidate Peter Obi. A senior APC source said the region is being positioned as a decisive battleground to neutralise opposition votes from the North-East and North-West.

Confirming the move, Chairman of the North-Central APC Forum, Alhaji Saleh Zazzaga, said party leaders were working closely with the Presidency and the APC national leadership to secure between 80 and 90 per cent of the region’s votes for Tinubu.

However, opposition parties including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), African Democratic Congress (ADC) and New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) dismissed the strategy as unrealistic, accusing the APC of self-deception, governance failures and attempts to weaken democratic competition ahead of the 2027 elections.

2027 Presidency: APC Unveils South, North-Central Strategy to Secure Tinubu’s Re-election

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Tension Grows in ADC as Obi, Atiku Supporters Clash Over 2027 Presidential Ticket

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Tension Grows in ADC as Obi, Atiku Supporters Clash Over 2027 Presidential Ticket

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is experiencing rising internal tension as supporters of former Labour Party candidate Peter Obi and former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar clash over the party’s 2027 presidential ticket, raising concerns about unity within the opposition ahead of the general elections.

The friction stems from competing ambitions, with both Obi and Atiku positioning themselves to lead the ADC into the 2027 Nigerian elections. Atiku, who resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Obi, who left the Labour Party, have strengthened the ADC’s profile, making it a key opposition platform.

Obi’s supporters, often called the Obidient Movement, fear that Atiku’s extensive political network could overshadow Obi’s bid for the ticket. Atiku, meanwhile, has urged both camps to avoid internal divisions, warning that infighting could advantage the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

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Political analysts note that Obi could only emerge as the party’s flagbearer if Atiku voluntarily steps aside, a move his supporters are unlikely to accept. Former presidential adviser Hakeem Baba‑Ahmed has cautioned that the party risks defections and internal weakening if the dispute is not resolved quickly.

Other prominent figures, such as Rotimi Amaechi, are also being considered for the presidential ticket, adding to the ADC’s internal complexities. Grassroots members have expressed concern that the factionalism could distract the party from addressing critical national issues such as unemployment, insecurity, and economic recovery.

Observers say the ADC’s handling of this internal struggle will be crucial in determining whether it can present a united front and remain a credible alternative to the APC in the 2027 elections.

Tension Grows in ADC as Obi, Atiku Supporters Clash Over 2027 Presidential Ticket

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PDP Clears Goodluck Jonathan, Southern Aspirants for 2027 Presidential Race

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January 21, 2026

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PDP Clears Goodluck Jonathan, Southern Aspirants for 2027 Presidential Race

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially cleared former President Goodluck Jonathan and other southern Nigerian politicians to contest the party’s 2027 presidential ticket, signalling the start of what could be a highly competitive and high-profile primary race.

PDP National Chairman Kabiru Tanimu Turaki emphasized that the presidential primaries will be open, fair, and transparent, allowing all eligible southern aspirants to participate. The clarification comes amid speculation over whether Jonathan, who previously served two terms as president, would re-enter the national political scene.

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Prominent party leaders, including Professor Jerry Gana, have publicly welcomed Jonathan’s potential bid, stating that he remains eligible and could strengthen the PDP’s chances in the 2027 elections. However, some analysts and legal experts have raised questions about constitutional interpretations regarding a former two-term president, though no legal barrier has formally blocked him from contesting.

The PDP’s announcement also follows the exit of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, who resigned over internal party differences and is now associated with the Alliance Democratic Congress (ADC). Meanwhile, speculation continues about other key figures, including Peter Obi, potentially returning to the PDP fold to contest the ticket.

Political commentators suggest the PDP faces the challenge of balancing zoning policies, internal party ambitions, and legal considerations while positioning itself against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general election.

With party consultations and primaries ahead, all eyes are on how the PDP will navigate internal politics and legal interpretations to emerge united and competitive in next year’s presidential race in Nigeria.

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ADC, Obidient Movement Unite with Ex‑APC Leader to Challenge APC in 2027

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January 20, 2026

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ADC, Obidient Movement Unite with Ex‑APC Leader to Challenge APC in 2027

In a major political development ahead of the 2027 general elections, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has formally joined forces with the Obidient Movement and former APC National Chairman, Chief John Odigie‑Oyegun, to strengthen opposition efforts against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). The alliance was announced during a high-profile event in Benin City, Edo State, where leaders of the Obidient Movement officially merged with the ADC, committing to joint mobilisation and grassroots engagement.

Chief Odigie‑Oyegun described the coalition as a timely strategy to consolidate opposition forces and address public dissatisfaction with APC governance. The Obidient Movement — the youth-led network that supported Peter Obi in 2023 — pledged to leverage its national structure to expand ADC’s reach across Edo State and other key regions.

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Political analysts note that the coalition marks a significant opposition realignment in Nigeria, bringing together figures from different parties, including former Labour Party (LP) and APC members, under a single platform aimed at unseating the ruling party in 2027. The coalition has already attracted prominent figures like Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, positioning the ADC as a credible vehicle for national political influence.

Despite growing momentum, observers caution that internal leadership disputes and competing presidential ambitions within the coalition could pose challenges ahead of the elections. Nonetheless, the alliance signals a concerted effort to reshape Nigeria’s political landscape and present a formidable challenge to APC dominance.