The Presidency has dismissed the newly launched opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC), declaring that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will complete his two terms in office and remain in power until 2031.
This comes days after key opposition figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Senate President David Mark, former Anambra Governor Peter Obi, and ex-Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai, met in Abuja and unveiled the ADC as a unified platform to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.
However, presidential spokesperson Sunday Dare dismissed the coalition as a “desperate alliance of disgruntled politicians” with no serious potential to unseat Tinubu.
Speaking in Abuja, Dare said, “The Presidency already rests with the region rightfully due.
“And that’s where it will stay until 2031. This coalition is a purely opportunistic gathering lacking vision or leadership.”
Dare argued that none of the coalition leaders have the political stature, influence, or democratic credentials of President Tinubu, whom he described as a strategic leader with an unmatched political record.
“There’s no injustice to redress, just the selfish ambitions of a few politicians trying to gain access to the national treasury under the guise of saving Nigeria,” Dare said.
He contrasted the ADC coalition with the 2013 merger that gave birth to the APC, emphasizing that the success of APC was driven by national interest and political discipline.
“In 2013, the APC was built on sacrifice and vision.
“Tinubu, despite his vast influence, waited his turn and played the long game. Today, none of the current opposition figures can unite a ward, let alone a nation,” he said.
Dare concluded that the opposition coalition is incapable of replicating the historic 2015 victory of APC, insisting that President Tinubu remains the only leader with the credibility and track record to lead Nigeria through 2031.
