El-Rufai Declares No Zoning for ADC's 2027 Presidential Ticket, Emphasizes Free Contest in Primaries

In a recent interview, former Kaduna State Governor and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain, El-Rufai, announced that the party's 2027 presidential ticket will not be zoned. He emphasized a commitment to allowing aspirants to freely contest in open primaries without coercion.

El-Rufai highlighted the party's aggressive grassroots mobilization strategy and its aim to become a formidable force in the upcoming general elections. He dismissed suggestions that the ADC lacks visibility, citing the party's grassroots engagement and connections with constituents.

El-Rufai stated that the ADC aims to tap into the dissatisfaction and anger among Nigerians to build grassroots support. He affirmed that the party's approach guarantees free and fair primaries without imposition or coercion.

El-Rufai also challenged critics to test the ADC's grassroots strength against ruling party members.