President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a swipe at the African Democratic Congress (ADC), branding it a “coalition of confusion” during the...
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a swipe at the African Democratic Congress (ADC), branding it a “coalition of confusion” during the official unveiling of Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as the new National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The President made the remark on Wednesday while addressing party members and stakeholders in Abuja at the APC National Secretariat.
Speaking during the event, Tinubu said:
“They said they are forming a mega party. What is that again—ADC? A coalition of confusion. That’s what it is. But let them come. We are ready.”
Tinubu’s comment comes amid growing political alignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with some opposition parties including the ADC, Labour Party, and NNPP hinting at possible mergers to challenge the ruling APC.
Yilwatda Takes Helm of APC Leadership
Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda, a former APC gubernatorial candidate in Plateau State, was officially inaugurated as the party’s new National Chairman following the resignation of Abdullahi Ganduje earlier this month.
In his acceptance speech, Yilwatda pledged to reposition the party and unify its ranks.
“I accept this responsibility with humility and total commitment to the values of progressive governance. I will ensure internal democracy thrives in our party,” he said.
Yilwatda also called on aggrieved members to return and work for the unity and strength of the APC ahead of the 2027 elections.
Reactions from the Opposition
In response to Tinubu’s statement, ADC spokesperson Chinedu Obasi dismissed the President’s remarks as “unpresidential,” describing them as “a sign of panic.”
Obasi said in a press statement:
“It’s unfortunate that the President has chosen to mock a growing democratic movement instead of focusing on fixing Nigeria. We’re not a coalition of confusion—we are a coalition for change.”
Political Temperature Rising
As the 2027 elections draw closer, analysts believe the political landscape will be defined by coalition talks, strategic defections, and power realignments.
Political commentator Dr. Maimuna Aliyu told NewsGrid:
“Tinubu’s jab reflects a growing anxiety within the ruling party. These coalitions may not be perfect, but they represent a real threat if properly managed.”
With the APC now under new leadership and opposition forces mobilizing, the road to 2027 promises to be heated and unpredictable.
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