Opposition Parties Plan Joint Candidate for 2027 Elections

During a national summit held at the banquet hall of the government house in Ibadan, Oyo State, opposition political party leaders, including David Mark, the national chairman of the African Democratic Party (ADC), resolved to field a joint presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections. They emphasized the urgent need for collective action to rescue Nigeria's destiny, particularly in light of the challenges posed by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and its presidential candidate Bola Tinubu.

The leaders expressed their commitment to resist the APC's attempts to dominate the political landscape and called for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure free, fair, and credible elections. They also demanded an extension of the primary election deadline until the end of July 2026, citing concerns over INEC's perceived partisanship and the need for electoral integrity.

The summit highlighted the resilience of Nigerians and their readiness to collaborate for a free nation.