Former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani has warned that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) opposition coalition closely mirrors Nigeria’s two dominant parties, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC). Sani argued that the ADC coalition carries the “DNA” of these parties, suggesting it is not a truly distinct entity. He expressed this view in a post on X, writing: “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.”
The ADC was recently adopted as the official platform for the opposition coalition, which brings together several high‑profile politicians. Among them are former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation Babachir Lawal, former Senate President David Mark, as well as notable figures such as Rauf Aregbesola and Rotimi Amaechi.
The formation of the ADC coalition marks a significant development in Nigeria’s political landscape. By uniting a diverse group of politicians with varied backgrounds and ideologies, the coalition aims to challenge the long‑standing dominance of the PDP and APC. Its decision to use the ADC as a common platform is seen as a strategic move to mobilize support across different segments of the population and potentially reshape the country’s political order.
As Nigeria’s political environment continues to evolve, the ADC coalition could play a crucial role in shaping the nation’s future. However, it remains uncertain how the coalition will navigate the complexities of Nigerian politics and whether it can establish itself as a viable alternative to the PDP and APC.
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