Atiku Alleges Plot To Stop ADC From Appearing On 2027 Election Ballot

Atiku Alleges Plot to Stop ADC From Appearing on 2027 Election Ballot Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has alleged that there is a coordinated plan to prevent the African Democratic Congress ADC from participating in the 2027 general elections, warning that such a move would represent a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy. Atiku, who is the ADC’s presidential candidate, made the allegation in a statement issued through his media aide, saying he had received credible intelligence suggesting that political actors were working through legal and administrative channels to exclude the party from the ballot. According to the former vice president, the alleged plot is part of broader efforts to weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 polls. He claimed that the ADC, which he described as a growing political alternative, was being specifically targeted because of its rising influence in national politics. Atiku warned that any attempt to exclude the party would amount to “one of the gravest assaults on constitutional democracy” since Nigeria returned to civilian rule. The ADC presidential candidate called on Nigerians, civil society groups, and supporters of democracy to resist any attempt to restrict political competition in the country. He stressed that Nigeria’s democratic system must remain open to all registered political parties, regardless of their political strength or alignment. Atiku also urged electoral and judicial institutions to remain neutral and uphold constitutional provisions guiding party participation in elections. The allegation comes at a time of heightened political activity across Nigeria, with parties intensifying preparations for the 2027 general elections. The ADC, formed as part of a broader opposition coalition, has been positioning itself as a key challenger to the ruling All Progressives Congress APC, amid ongoing realignments within Nigeria’s political space. Analysts say internal disputes, legal challenges, and coalition instability have continued to shape the opposition’s preparations for the election season.Opposition figures have repeatedly raised concerns about attempts to shrink political space in Nigeria, warning of increasing tensions between ruling and opposition blocs. Atiku’s latest allegation adds to a growing narrative of distrust ahead of what is expected to be a highly competitive 2027 election cycle.Government officials have not yet issued an official response to the claim at the time of filing this report.