ADC Coalition Ready to Unseat APC in 2027, Says Sergius Ogun
A prominent voice within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Sergius Ogun, has declared that the coalition of opposition parties under the ADC banner is fully prepared to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming 2027 general elections, in a bid to reclaim governance for the Nigerian people.
Ogun, a former member of the House of Representatives and a respected figure in national politics, made the statement while addressing stakeholders during a strategic political engagement on Wednesday.
His remarks echo growing sentiments among opposition leaders that Nigeria is at a critical turning point—and that the current government, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has failed to deliver on key promises of security, economic reform, and good governance.
According to Ogun, the ADC-led coalition—now comprised of former presidential contenders, ex-governors, and elder statesmen—is not just another political merger, but a national rescue mission.
“This is not about individual ambition,” he said. “It is about reclaiming Nigeria for the ordinary people. We have the structure, the experience, and the will to return governance to the people.”
His remarks align with recent declarations from other coalition leaders, including David Mark, Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, and Rauf Aregbesola, who have pledged to put aside personal differences and unite under the ADC to challenge the APC’s dominance.
The ADC coalition has been steadily gaining momentum since July 2, when it formally adopted a unified structure to serve as the political vehicle for Nigeria’s fractured opposition. Former Senate President David Mark was announced as Interim Party Chairman, with former Osun Governor Rauf Aregbesola as Interim Secretary—a surprising crossover given Aregbesola’s previous affiliation with the APC.
At a subsequent stakeholder meeting in Akure, Aregbesola urged all coalition members to bury internal rifts and focus on “dislodging the APC’s grip on power.” He emphasized that the alliance had the backing of influential figures, including Peter Obi of the Labour Party and Atiku Abubakar of the PDP.
Ogun’s statement comes amid rising public dissatisfaction over worsening economic conditions, high inflation, and the country’s mounting insecurity. Many Nigerians have become increasingly vocal in demanding alternative leadership, and the ADC coalition is aiming to present itself as the credible solution.
“Our country is bleeding,” Ogun said. “We cannot stand by while our institutions decay and the hopes of our youth are extinguished.
The 2027 elections are not just a political event—they are an opportunity to redirect Nigeria’s future.”
The Presidency has dismissed the ADC-led coalition as “a gathering of frustrated politicians.” Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga accused the alliance of lacking a unifying ideology and described it as a “coalition of convenience.”
Similarly, elder statesman Chief Olabode George questioned the sincerity of the alliance, stating that opposition figures like Atiku and Obi have failed to demonstrate a cohesive political strategy in previous attempts.
Civil society groups such as the Oduwa People’s Assembly (OPA) have also criticized the coalition, warning Nigerians to be wary of politicians who were previously part of the establishment they now seek to unseat.
Despite skepticism, Ogun remains confident. “We are not naive about the road ahead. But this time, we are more united, more prepared, and more determined than ever. Nigerians deserve a government that works for them—not for a few elites.”
With over a year until formal campaigning begins, the ADC coalition faces the dual challenge of maintaining internal unity and convincing the public that it offers a genuine alternative to the status quo. Whether it can do so remains to be seen—but for now, the message from Sergius Ogun and his allies is clear: they are ready for the fight ahead.
