Leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday held a closed-door stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, amid growing efforts to forge opposition unity ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The high-level session took place at the Abuja residence of former Senate President and ADC National Chairman, Senator David Mark, in Apo Legislative Quarters. It brought together prominent opposition figures to discuss the state of the nation, internal party challenges, and potential areas of collaboration.
Key attendees included former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, former Sokoto State Governor Aminu Tambuwal, former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi, and PDP factional National Chairman Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN), among others.
Though the deliberations remained private, sources close to the meeting indicated that discussions centred on strengthening opposition cohesion, resolving leadership crises within the parties, and exploring strategic alliances to safeguard Nigeria’s democratic institutions.
The gathering followed an earlier protest by ADC leaders at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters in Abuja over reported leadership disputes and the derecognition of certain party officials. PDP figures were said to have expressed solidarity during the talks.
Speaking briefly to journalists after the meeting, Governor Seyi Makinde stressed the importance of collaboration among opposition parties to foster a credible democratic environment, adding that Nigeria’s political stability hinges on strong and functional institutions.
Political analysts view the convergence of these heavyweight figures — many of whom contested against one another in previous elections — as a potential turning point toward broader coalition-building. The development has intensified speculation about a united opposition platform capable of mounting a serious challenge to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.
As of the time of filing, no official communiqué had been issued, and the specific outcomes of the talks remained unclear. However, observers believe the engagement could significantly influence the trajectory of opposition politics in the months ahead.
The ADC-PDP meeting is being described as one of the most significant opposition gatherings in recent times, highlighting renewed determination among key players to reposition themselves in Nigeria’s fluid political landscape.
