The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stated that it is too early to determine who will emerge as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, stressing that the party is currently focused on strengthening its internal structure and building a viable political platform.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Saturday, the party’s interim National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, dismissed reports suggesting that the party had begun discussions or had shown preference for any potential presidential aspirant.
“We don’t have any favourite aspirants or candidates. We are not having any conversation at the moment,” Abdullahi said.
He emphasised that the ADC was prioritising party development over early political permutations, adding: “Nobody has ever had any conversation about who will be the party’s flag bearer.
We believe that it is too early in the day. Our focus now is to build a political party that is strong enough to deliver on the mission that we have set for ourselves.”
His comments come amid growing speculation over the involvement of high-profile politicians in an emerging opposition coalition, with the ADC considered a potential platform for a unified presidential bid in 2027.
Among the names being linked with the ADC’s presidential ticket are former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.
However, none of the trio has publicly declared an intention to seek the party’s nomination.
The ADC has recently been at the centre of discussions surrounding a broader opposition alliance aimed at presenting a formidable challenge to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next general elections.
Despite the speculation, Abdullahi maintained that internal party consolidation remained the party’s immediate priority.
He said the ADC is working to strengthen its structures at the grassroots level and would only begin to deliberate on presidential candidacy at an appropriate time.
“Our mission is bigger than any individual ambition,” he added.
Political analysts say the ADC’s posture suggests a strategic approach to building consensus and credibility before making major electoral decisions.
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