The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Lagos State has called on prominent politicians, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rotimi Amaechi, to formally register with the party at the ward level. According to the party’s chairman, George Ashiru, this move is part of the ADC’s transition into a new phase.

Ashiru explained that the party’s leadership had directed its chieftains to resign from their respective parties and register with the ADC. This development comes after a closed-door meeting of the party’s stakeholders. The ADC had been adopted as the platform for a credible alternative coalition by the opposition coalition.

The party’s decision is seen as a way to move beyond coalition discussions and mobilization, and to have prominent politicians identify directly with the party in their respective wards and states. Ashiru noted that this is a natural progression for the party, as it seeks to establish itself as a viable alternative.

Some members of the opposition coalition have already dumped their parties, but are yet to officially join the ADC. Others, who are being linked to the party, are still to resign from their current parties. Ashiru acknowledged that the process of registration would take time, with some individuals indicating that they would join the party in the coming months.

The ADC’s move is significant, as it seeks to establish itself as a major player in Nigerian politics. The party’s decision to have prominent politicians register at the ward level is seen as a way to build a strong foundation and to demonstrate its commitment to grassroots politics.

As the ADC continues to evolve, it is likely that more prominent politicians will be called upon to formally register with the party. The party’s leadership will be closely watched, as it navigates the complex landscape of Nigerian politics. With the ADC’s transition into a new phase, the party is poised to play a more significant role in the country’s political landscape.