African Democratic Congress (ADC) has firmly dismissed claims suggesting it may not participate in the 2027 general elections, describing such reports as misleading and without any factual or legal basis.
In a statement released on Sunday, the party said it remains committed to its broader mission of offering an alternative direction for Nigeria and resisting what it described as a drift toward a one-party system under the current administration.
“The African Democratic Congress (ADC) wishes to state, clearly and unequivocally, that we remain focused on our mission to rescue Nigeria from the failure of the APC-led government and to prevent the dangerous slide toward a one-party state,” the statement read.
The party said it had taken note of speculations making the rounds about its alleged withdrawal from the 2027 race, insisting such claims were deliberate attempts to create confusion.
“We have taken note of recent suggestions that the ADC will not produce candidates in the 2027 elections. We find such claims to be entirely unfounded, mischievous, and designed to create confusion where none exists. They have no basis in law, in fact, or in the reality of our preparations as a political party,” the statement added.
Reaffirming its electoral plans, the ADC made it clear that it would not only contest but would present strong contenders across the country.
“The ADC will present candidates in the 2027 general elections. Not just candidates, but credible, competent, and nationally acceptable candidates who are capable of leading this country out of its current crisis.”
The party also stressed that it remains fully compliant with existing laws governing political participation in Nigeria, dismissing any insinuation of legal barriers.
“We remain a law-abiding political party, fully compliant with the Constitution and the Electoral Act. There is no legal impediment to our participation in the 2027 elections, and any suggestion to the contrary is a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and dampen the growing momentum around our party.”
Positioning itself as a key opposition force, the ADC said it is focused on grassroots mobilisation and strengthening its structures nationwide ahead of the polls.
“The ADC stands today as the primary opposition platform in Nigeria, and we take that responsibility seriously. We are not distracted by noise. We are focused on the real work, organising across the country, mobilising Nigerians who are tired of insecurity, rising costs of living, and limited opportunities, and building the structures required not just to contest, but to win.”
The party concluded by urging Nigerians and its supporters to ignore what it described as baseless claims and remain focused on the larger goal of national transformation.
“We urge our members, supporters, and all well-meaning Nigerians to disregard these baseless assertions. The task before us is too important to be derailed by speculation.”
