2027: Nigerians losing faith in APC, PDP — ADC poised to emerge as fresh option, says El-Rufai

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai says growing nationwide dissatisfaction with both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is creating a major political opportunity for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Speaking in Jos on Wednesday during the unveiling of the ADC National Contact and Mobilisation Office, El-Rufai noted that Nigerians across all regions, age groups, and socioeconomic backgrounds are increasingly frustrated with what he described as years of poor leadership, governance shortcomings, and unfulfilled promises by the country’s two dominant parties.

According to him, this national mood of discontent is pushing citizens to seek a credible alternative capable of restoring hope, unity, and accountability.

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El-Rufai argued that the ADC is emerging as the platform that reflects this hunger for change, noting that even as politicians defect between the APC and the PDP, ordinary Nigerians are turning instead to the ADC.

He insisted that the 2027 general elections will reflect a shift in public sentiment, describing it as a contest between the entrenched political elite and millions of Nigerians longing for a new direction.

He highlighted that the ADC’s appeal is strengthened by its inclusive structure, which reserves 40 percent of leadership positions for young people and 35 percent for women. This, he said, sets the Party apart by offering genuine representation instead of recycling the same political actors who have dominated national leadership for decades.

Reflecting on Plateau State’s history, El-Rufai expressed regret over the deterioration of peace and stability in the once-vibrant tourism hub.

However, he maintained that renewed leadership, rooted in competence, sincerity, and unity, could rebuild the State and restore its identity as the “Home of Peace.”

He called on Plateau residents to align with the ADC, stressing that the Party has the capacity to unite people across ethnic and religious divides.

With the right leadership, he said, Plateau and Nigeria at large can overcome past setbacks and chart a more inclusive future.

Also speaking, Plateau State ADC Contact and Mobilisation Coordinator, Jamilu Datti, said Nigerian youths are paying the highest price for poor governance, citing unemployment, insecurity, and inadequate education and healthcare services.

He urged young people to embrace the ADC as a platform that genuinely prioritises their welfare and participation.