Nigerian Opposition Parties in Converge in Kano Ahead of 2027 Elections
Oru Leonard
Nigeria’s opposition parties are intensifying efforts to form alliances capable of challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is set to host a high-level meeting in Kano, bringing together defectors from various parties, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) bloc within the APC, and a faction of the Labour Party (LP).
The Kano State chapter of the ADC will convene a meeting to formalize the merger of coalition groups into the party, marking a significant step towards creating a united opposition front.
The planned convergence reflects widespread dissatisfaction with Nigeria’s two dominant parties, the APC and PDP, amid economic hardship, insecurity, and perceived governance failures.
Several opposition parties, including the PDP, New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), and Social Democratic Party (SDP), have commenced talks for a possible coalition or merger ahead of the 2027 elections.
A merged opposition party could present a formidable challenge to the APC in the 2027 elections, potentially altering the country’s political landscape.
Some opposition leaders are exploring the option of registering a new party, citing structural, legal, and ideological risks associated with merging into existing parties.
The opposition parties aim to mobilize voters at the grassroots level, promoting political enlightenment messages and challenging the dominance of the APC.
