The African Democratic Congress has firmly dismissed reports suggesting it may not field candidates in the 2027 general elections, describing the claims as false, misleading, and intended to create unnecessary confusion.
The clarification was made in a statement issued on Saturday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, who reaffirmed the party’s commitment to participating fully in the upcoming elections.
“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.
“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,” it said.
Reinforcing its position, the party made it clear that it will not only participate in the elections but will also present candidates capable of leading the country effectively.
“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.
“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.
“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,” it stated.
The party also called on its members, supporters, and the general public to ignore what it described as baseless claims aimed at undermining its progress.
“The task before us is too important to be derailed by speculation,” the party said.
