Adebayo of SDP Open to Stepping Down for Coalition Focused on Policy

Adewole Adebayo, the presidential candidate for the Social Democratic Party in the 2027 elections, stated his openness to stepping down in favor of another opposition candidate, provided that the coalition is centered on addressing poverty and insecurity in Nigeria. In an interview published on October 18, 2026, Adebayo clarified that his willingness to withdraw from the race is contingent upon the opposition parties agreeing on a common agenda to tackle Nigeria's pressing issues, rather than merely uniting against the current president.

He stressed that any coalition must have a solid foundation based on policy outcomes, rather than personal grievances against the president. Adebayo asserted that he would be willing to make significant political sacrifices if the coalition is built around meaningful goals.