A former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has stated that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) will not be taken seriously ahead of the 2027 general elections unless it presents viable alternatives to the current government. In an interview on ‘Sunday Politics’, Dogara emphasized that the party’s focus on criticizing the government without offering concrete solutions is insufficient.
Dogara expressed that he has not heard any meaningful discussions from the ADC that prioritize the needs of the people, but rather anger and discontent about specific issues. He stressed that the party must provide a clear vision and ideas that can be critically evaluated and compared to the current administration’s policies. According to Dogara, the absence of such alternatives renders the party’s efforts as mere “gimmicks” that will yield no significant results.
The ADC, adopted as the platform for the opposition coalition in July 2025, boasts a lineup of prominent members, including former Senate President David Mark, former Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola, and ex-Vice President Atiku Abubakar. The party has vowed to unseat the ruling party in the 2027 elections, citing the country’s rising poverty and economic hardship. However, Dogara cautions that the party must move beyond rhetoric and present tangible solutions to address the nation’s challenges.
The ADC’s national chairman, David Mark, and other party leaders have yet to respond to Dogara’s comments. As the 2027 general elections approach, the party’s ability to articulate a clear vision and provide viable alternatives to the current government will be crucial in determining its credibility and electoral prospects. With Nigeria’s economic and social challenges mounting, the electorate is likely to demand more than just criticism from opposition parties, but concrete plans for improvement.
