Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has held discussions with the leadership of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) amid growing political consultations ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The meeting, which took place at Atiku’s Abuja residence over the weekend, was confirmed by ADP National Chairman, Yabagi Yusuf Sani, who described it as part of the party’s ongoing engagement with senior democratic stakeholders across the country. According to him, the talks focused on strengthening democratic pluralism, ensuring opposition stability and safeguarding credible electoral choices for Nigerians.
Sani emphasised that the meeting was not aimed at merging political parties or recruiting individuals into the ADP. He said the party remains committed to constitutionalism and institutional stability, adding that any future political decisions would be taken transparently and communicated formally.
Despite the clarification, the meeting has attracted attention amid speculation of possible realignments involving key political figures ahead of 2027. However, the ADP leadership dismissed claims of any hidden agenda, noting that such consultations are healthy and necessary in the current political climate.
Meanwhile, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of allegedly coercing civil servants and public sector workers to participate in its ongoing electronic registration exercise. The ADC, in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, described the alleged practice as economic coercion and warned that it violates the constitutional rights of public servants.
The party claimed it had received reports indicating that workers were being pressured to register with the APC as a condition for job security, promotion or continued access to their livelihoods. According to the ADC, such actions undermine the neutrality and professionalism of the civil service and threaten democratic principles.
It added that genuine political support cannot be built through intimidation or fear, stressing that inflated membership figures achieved through coercion do not reflect real voter backing. The ADC called on relevant authorities, civil society organisations, labour unions and the international community to intervene, describing the situation as a potential abuse of power and a violation of data protection and human rights.
In another development, Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has said the Labour Party (LP) remains strong despite the exit of its former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, who recently joined the ADC. Otti made the remarks during a meeting of the party’s National Working Committee in Abuja.
The governor acknowledged that the party has lost some members through defections but maintained that it remains a formidable political force. He said efforts are ongoing to address internal challenges and bring aggrieved members back together.
Otti announced the establishment of a reconciliation committee to engage party members willing to return and appealed to factions within the party to set aside their differences and abide by party rules. He also disclosed plans to organise congresses from the ward level to the national level ahead of the party’s next convention, alongside the validation of the party’s membership register.
He reiterated that the Labour Party has no plans to join any political coalition, describing it as “a coalition on its own,” while wishing Obi well in his new political pursuit. He also commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for recognising the Nenadi Usman-led national leadership following a recent court ruling.
Also, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said it is intensifying efforts to restore internal unity and build strategic alliances ahead of the 2027 polls. The party’s Caretaker National Vice-Chairman (South-South), Emmanuel Ogidi, said the PDP remains committed to defending democracy and offering Nigerians a credible alternative despite internal disagreements.
Ogidi acknowledged existing challenges within the party but insisted they would not derail its mission. He accused the ruling APC of focusing more on electoral politics than governance and warned that continued weakening of democratic institutions could lead to instability.
According to him, the PDP will engage stakeholders across political divides to strengthen democratic governance, promote national unity and reposition the party as a viable opposition force ahead of the next general elections.
