A former senator from Kaduna Central, Shehu Sani, has stated that the African Democratic Congress, ADC, opposition coalition bears a strong resemblance to the two major political parties in Nigeria, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and the All Progressives Congress, APC. Sani claimed that the ADC coalition has the “DNA” of these parties, suggesting that it is not a distinct entity.

The ADC was recently adopted as the official platform for the opposition coalition, which comprises several prominent politicians, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Secretary to the Government of the Federation Babachir Lawal, and former Senate President David Mark. Other notable figures, such as Rauf Aregbesola and Rotimi Amaechi, are also part of the coalition.

Sani expressed his views on the matter through a post on X, in which he stated, “Some people came with the DNA of the ruling party and some with the DNA of the PDP and gave birth to the coalition. And you say that baby is different.” This statement implies that the ADC coalition is not a new or independent entity, but rather a combination of elements from the existing major parties.

The formation of the ADC coalition is a significant development in Nigeria’s political landscape, as it brings together a diverse group of politicians with varying backgrounds and ideologies. The coalition’s decision to adopt the ADC as its official platform is seen as a strategic move to challenge the dominance of the PDP and APC in the country’s politics.

As the political landscape in Nigeria continues to evolve, the ADC coalition is likely to play a crucial role in shaping the country’s future. With its diverse membership and potential to mobilize support from various segments of the population, the coalition could pose a significant challenge to the existing political order. However, it remains to be seen how the coalition will navigate the complexities of Nigeria’s politics and whether it will be able to establish itself as a viable alternative to the PDP and APC.