2027: ADC faction disowns Atiku and rejects alliance with G-100

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) faction led by Nafiu Bala Gombe warned former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar not to present himself as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. Gombe denied any agreement for a merger, alliance or coalition with the G100 and said the ADC intends to contest the elections on its own. He accused Atiku and G100 members of using pressure and behind-the-scenes talks to force an arrangement that would undermine the party’s independence. The statement comes amid a leadership dispute: the faction led by David Mark is recognised by electoral commission INEC, while Gombe’s group is challenging its takeover in court.