Dele Momodu, a prominent publisher and member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of undermining opposition parties. Speaking on a breakfast show, Momodu said the APC is anxious about the 2027 general election and is trying to create divisions within the opposition to eliminate strong competition. He suggested the party’s ultimate goal may be to have all parties endorse a single candidate, namely the President.
The ADC has recently become the focus of controversy after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recognized the party’s national working committee led by former Senate President David Mark, with ex‑Osun governor Rauf Aregbesola serving as secretary. This decision has sparked debate among politicians, and some ADC members have threatened to take the matter to court. Momodu expressed little surprise at the backlash, noting that the move was expected given the party’s efforts to navigate government interference.
According to Momodu, the APC has a history of creating factions within opposition parties, citing the Labour Party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) as examples. He emphasized that the ADC’s conveners worked diligently behind the scenes to establish a strong foundation, anticipating potential attempts by government agents to disrupt their efforts.
The INEC recognition of the Mark‑led ADC faction has significant implications for the party’s future and its role in the 2027 election. As the controversy unfolds, it remains unclear how the situation will be resolved and what impact it will have on the electoral landscape. With opposition parties already voicing concerns about government interference, the development is likely to exacerbate tensions between the ruling party and opposition factions. The upcoming election is expected to be highly contested, and the ADC’s internal dynamics will be closely watched in the lead‑up to the polls.
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