The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has invited Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, leading figures in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), to join its platform and contest the 2027 general election.
In a post on X on Sunday, the party suggested that the two politicians have a two-week window to defect and secure its presidential ticket.
“All we need right now. Just all we need. 2 weeks to deadline,” the party wrote.
The post included a photo of Obi shaking hands with Kwankwaso, carrying the caption: “Nigeria will be OK”.
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Last week, supporters of both politicians unveiled the “OK Movement” aimed at mobilising support for a possible joint ticket ahead of the 2027 polls.
Justin Ijeh, the movement’s national publicity secretary, later announced the appointment of members into its national executive council, as well as zonal and state structures.
The ADC is currently facing a leadership crisis that could affect its chances in the 2027 election.
Background
On April 22, the Supreme Court reserved judgment in an appeal filed by the faction led by David Mark against a suit instituted by Nafiu Bala, the rival chairman.
Meanwhile, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has set May 30, 2026, as the deadline for political parties to submit membership registers and nominate candidates for the 2027 elections.
Opposition parties on Saturday urged the electoral body to shift the deadline for party primaries to the end of July.
Those making the request include the ADC faction led by Mark, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction under Kabiru Turaki, and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
They argued that the current timetable puts them at a disadvantage.
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