The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has recorded a major political breakthrough following the defection of 21 members of the House of Representatives from various parties, in a move seen as a significant boost to its national structure ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development marks one of the largest single waves of defection into the party in recent times, signaling what analysts describe as a growing realignment within Nigeria’s political landscape.
The lawmakers, drawn from states across the country and from parties including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), All Progressives Congress (APC), Labour Party (LP), and Young Progressives Party (YPP), have now pitched their tents with the ADC.
Among those who defected are Abdussamad Dasuki, Bello El-Rufai, George Ozodinobi, Lilian Orogbu, Seyi Sowunmi, Philip Agbese and Murphy Osaro, alongside others representing constituencies in Sokoto, Kaduna, Anambra, Lagos, Gombe, Benue, and Edo states.
According to a statement on Sunday via it’s Facebook page, issued by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Muhammed MJG GKAF, the mass defection reflects increasing confidence in the ADC’s leadership and its commitment to a people-centered governance model.
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“This unprecedented influx of federal lawmakers into the ADC underscores a broader political realignment across the country, as elected representatives increasingly seek a credible and visionary platform to better serve their constituents and advance national development,” the statement read.
The party leadership welcomed the defecting lawmakers, describing their decision as a strong endorsement of the ADC’s vision for inclusive governance, democratic values, and national transformation.
Political observers say the development could reshape alliances ahead of 2027, as smaller parties like the ADC position themselves as viable alternatives to Nigeria’s dominant political blocs.
With momentum building, the ADC says it remains focused on strengthening its grassroots presence and presenting what it calls a “united, people-driven alternative” capable of delivering a more prosperous future for Nigerians.