The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says it has not decided on zoning its presidential ticket ahead of 2027, despite claims to the contrary.
In a statement on Sunday, September 28, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, dismissed suggestions that the ADC had broken promises to coalition partners.
“ADC leaders have not discussed zoning. How can we break a promise we have not made? Tanko’s view does not reflect Peter Obi’s position,” Abdullahi said.
He was reacting to comments by Dr Yunusa Tanko, National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement, who accused the ADC of failing to commit to zoning its presidential ticket to the South.
Tanko, in his weekend statement, said: “As the Obidient Movement, being part of the main consulting bloc, we are particularly concerned about how the party intends to zone its presidential ticket.
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“Considering that the presidency is currently held by the South, issues of equity and fairness must guide such decisions if the party truly aims to secure victory in the 2027 elections.
“We are equally interested in how the party zones its principal offices within the coalition, as this will ensure justice, fairness, and inclusivity — factors that will enable us to mobilize effectively across the country.”
But Abdullahi described Tanko’s remarks as “misleading and confusing,” stressing that he was not a stakeholder in the coalition and questioning whether he had consulted Obi before making the comments.
He added that while the ADC may make concessions in the future, it would not allow “the vituperation of those who lack an understanding of the workings of the platform.”
Last week, the ADC caucus asked all its top members to resign from their current parties and fully join the ADC.