A former Vice chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Northwest, Dr. Lukman Salihu Mohammed, have been reportedly appointed to head the secretariat of a newly formed coalition aimed at challenging President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
News Band reported on Wednesday that the coalition has adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its official platform.
The move herald a strategic political realignment involving aggrieved defectors from the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC).
An insider source revealed that the coalition held a meeting on Tuesday night to finalise its structure and strategy.
“Yes, it’s true. Off the record, yes,” the source stated, adding that the ADC was unanimously adopted as the coalition’s platform.
“The ADC has been adopted as the coalition’s platform, and the secretariat will be headed by Dr. Lukman Salihu Mohammed,” the source added.
Moreover, this move is seen as a heavy blow to the APC, particularly in the Northwest, a region where Dr. Lukman wields considerable political influence and grassroots appeal.
The coalition is expected to issue an official statement soon, though details of its agenda remain unknown.
The source further revealed the challenges of managing such a diverse group, saying, “You know, the coalition is like a polygamous family. You have to learn to manage the egos of politicians, as they tend to have very big egos.”
Meanwhile, Dr. Lukman’s involvement in the coalition, despite his previous role in the APC, suggests a broader realignment of political loyalties and a strategic move to weaken the ruling party’s dominance in the North.
The source further elaborated on the coalition’s approach to unity, drawing a parallel to a polygamous family.
“Even if the first child of the first wife is 30 years older, all first children are treated as equals. It’s about treating everyone as co-equals,” the source explained, stressing the importance of inclusivity in maintaining cohesion within the coalition.
