Ex-APC chieftain to lead new opposition front against Tinubu ahead of 2027

DDM News

A major political shake-up is unfolding ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Dr. Lukman Salihu Mohammed, a former top-ranking member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has been chosen to head the secretariat of a newly formed coalition.

This coalition is being established with the aim of weakening President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s political influence.

Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) has gathered that the group has officially adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its political platform.

This development marks a significant realignment of Nigeria’s opposition forces ahead of the next general elections.

Reliable sources with direct knowledge of the coalition’s operations confirmed the appointment and adoption of the ADC in Abuja.

According to the insider, the decision followed a high-level meeting held on Tuesday night.

The meeting was reportedly attended by prominent political figures, including defectors from the ruling APC.

Dr. Lukman Salihu Mohammed previously served as the APC Vice Chairman for the Northwest region.

He is regarded as a powerful political figure in the North with considerable grassroots appeal.

His decision to switch allegiance and lead the new coalition has been seen as a major setback for the APC.

This is especially significant in the Northwest, a region that has traditionally been a stronghold for the ruling party.

The coalition’s adoption of the ADC is widely viewed as a strategic move to offer a viable platform to opposition elements.

Observers say this signals an attempt to create a united front against the ruling party’s dominance.

An insider described the coalition as a “polygamous family,” highlighting the complexity of managing diverse political interests.

According to the source, maintaining unity will require treating all members as equals, regardless of their political seniority.

“You know, politicians have very big egos,” the source said.

“Even if the first child is 30 years older, all first children must be treated as equals,” he added.

This metaphor was used to emphasize the importance of inclusivity and equal recognition among coalition members.

Although the coalition has not publicly released its full agenda, its recent moves point to a carefully coordinated strategy.

The appointment of Dr. Lukman and the adoption of the ADC show a deliberate effort to build a broad-based opposition force.

Political analysts believe that if the coalition maintains cohesion, it could pose a serious challenge to the APC in 2027.

They note that dissatisfaction within the ruling party is growing, with many members reportedly unhappy with Tinubu’s leadership style.

This dissatisfaction may further fuel defections and strengthen the emerging coalition.

Dr. Lukman’s involvement also indicates that former allies of the APC are now becoming its most potent critics.

The shifting political alliances suggest that the 2027 general elections will be fiercely contested.

The coming months will reveal whether the coalition can maintain unity and mobilize effectively across Nigeria.

For now, all eyes are on the coalition’s next move and how the APC will respond to this unfolding threat.

As the political landscape continues to evolve, Nigerians await clear alternatives that could shape the nation’s future.

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