2027: Removing Tinubu From Office Is the Only Path to Saving Nigeria — ADC

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has stated that Nigeria’s chances of recovery depend on the removal of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from office ahead of the 2027 general election.

The party made this position public through its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, during an appearance on Politics Today, a political programme aired on Channels Television on Friday. According to Abdullahi, Nigeria’s current state reflects a deep governance breakdown that cannot be corrected under the present administration.

He argued that the nation’s survival is incompatible with the continuation of the Tinubu-led government, insisting that meaningful rescue efforts would be impossible if the president remains in power.

Abdullahi maintained that the policies and actions of the present leadership do not prioritize Nigeria’s collective interest, but instead reflect an agenda disconnected from the country’s urgent needs. In his view, there is no realistic scenario in which Nigeria can be stabilized or rebuilt while the same political leadership continues.

The former Minister of Youth and Sports Development further alleged that Nigeria is currently being controlled by individuals who operate with what he described as a “bandit mindset.” He explained that such a mentality promotes the idea of forceful acquisition, exploitation, and evasion of accountability, which he believes mirrors the approach of the current government.

According to him, the normalization of such behavior within governance structures poses a severe threat to democratic values and the rule of law.

Abdullahi also expressed serious concern over recent legislative developments, particularly surrounding tax-related laws. He described the situation as unprecedented in Nigeria’s democratic journey, alleging that laws already passed by the National Assembly may have been altered or falsified.

He questioned the implications of a government allegedly tampering with legislation that has completed the parliamentary process, describing such an act as deeply troubling and dangerous for constitutional order.

In addition, the ADC spokesperson criticized reports claiming that the Federal Government spent approximately nine million dollars on foreign lobbyists in the United States to improve Nigeria’s image ahead of engagements with top American officials, including former President Donald Trump.

He raised multiple questions about the transparency of the transaction, including how the contract was awarded, the source of the funds, the approval process, and the channel through which the money was transferred outside the country.

Abdullahi argued that the reported expenditure reflected misplaced priorities, emphasizing that the same funds could have been more effectively deployed to strengthen internal security and address Nigeria’s worsening safety challenges. According to him, ensuring real security at home would be more impactful than attempting to persuade foreign governments that Nigeria is safe.