Tinubu support group dismisses ADC coalition

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that opposition figures and aggrieved APC leaders have adopted the ADC as a platform to unseat Tinubu in 2027.

Reacting, TMF National Coordinator, Mr Gbenga Abiola, said on Wednesday the coalition was born from desperation, not conviction or a genuine desire to serve Nigerians.

He said: “The resurrection of the ADC is not based on principle, but is a desperate coalition of displaced politicians seeking lost relevance.

“It is neither visionary nor purposeful — just a forced alliance of familiar faces trying to revive their political careers without real solutions.”

According to him, the ADC is not a third force, but a weak version of the second — driven by frustration, not direction or unity of purpose.

“It is a patchwork held together by shared grievances, not shared goals or national interest.

“Nigerians must reject alliances offering only recycled chaos, unrepentant ambitions, and no clear path to progress or stability,” he said.

He said the coalition consists of two camps — ex-PDP powerbrokers and displaced APC elites from the Muhammadu Buhari-led administration.

He said the latter failed to hijack President Tinubu’s focused governance and thus chose to align with their former rivals.

“These individuals once wielded enormous influence and power under Buhari, controlling patronage and amassing vast wealth.

“However, Tinubu’s refusal to serve old interests or maintain outdated political structures has unsettled them deeply.

“Now, these power seekers stand with their former PDP rivals — under the ADC banner, craving control again,” he said.

Abiola said the name ‘ADC’ is phonetically similar to ‘APC’, a deliberate attempt to confuse unsuspecting voters.

“It is a low-effort strategy aimed at deception, but Nigerians are now more politically aware and discerning.

“We can see through the mimicry. This is not a movement — it’s a recycling hub for failed political ambition,” he said.

He said Tinubu’s government continues to deliver calm, focused, and policy-driven leadership across key sectors.

“From economic stabilisation to structural reforms, this administration is pursuing accountability, innovation, and national recovery.

“While the opposition distracts with noise, Nigerians are beginning to notice the difference sound leadership can make,” Abiola said.

He reaffirmed support for Tinubu’s vision and urged citizens to focus on lasting progress, not political distractions.

“We need builders of the future, not looters of past influence,” he added.

NAN recalls that ex-Senate President David Mark and ex-Governor Rauf Aregbesola were named ADC Interim Chairman and Secretary, respectively, on Tuesday.

On Wednesday, Mark officially launched the ADC as the platform for the National Coalition of Political Opposition Movement.

Prominent opposition figures present included Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Datti Baba-Ahmed, and Rotimi Amaechi.

Others included Nasir El-Rufai, Abubakar Malami, Aminu Tambuwal, Ireti Kingibe, Liyel Imoke, and Bolaji Abdullahi.

Also in attendance were John Oyegun, Gabriel Suswam, Tunde Ogbeha, Mohammed Abubakar, Emeka Ihedioha, and Oserheimen Osunbor.

Victor Umeh, Celestine Omehia, Abdulfatah Ahmed, Bindow Jibrilla, Babachir Lawal, Aishatu Binani, and Dele Momodu also attended.

Sen. Dino Melaye, Prof. Olushola Eleka, and Sen. Ishaku Abbo were likewise present at the event. (NAN)