Nasir El‑Rufai, the former governor of Kaduna State, told a crowd in Jos that he believes Nigerians have already decided to support the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the 2027 election. He spoke at the opening of the ADC National Contact and Mobilisation Office in Plateau State on Wednesday.
El‑Rufai said the wave of governors moving to the All Progressives Congress (APC) will not change how people vote. He argued that ordinary Nigerians are tired of both the PDP and the APC and want a new option.
“40 years ago, I was visiting Plateau every week because my fiancé did her National Youth Service here in Jos. Even after marriage we visit Jos regularly for weekends. But since then, things have gone in the wrong direction in Jos, Plateau.
“I hope with better leadership at the state and National level, we will be able to unite people of Plateau state across ethnic and religious lines; so that Plateau state can be that Home of Peace and tourism that we have known it to be. We pray God gives us the ability to unite you.”
El‑Rufai said defections by governors do not reflect the wishes of the wider population. He used figures to make his point and urged unity within the ADC.
“I know that everyone is tired of this APC and PDP government across the country. Everyone is looking up to APC to save Nigeria. Governors from PDP are defecting to APC but Nigerians are defecting to ADC. By God’s grace, 230m Nigerians will defeat 25 governors.
“Nigerians have decided that in 2027, they will vote for ADC. What is ahead of us is to unite and bring all party members together. To bring our very good candidates, and good policies that will help all Nigerians. All of you here have a role to play. ADC is the only party that reserved 40% of leadership positions to the youth and 35% leadership contesting for women. It is a party for young people and women.”
Im not so sure about that. Peoples loyalty can shift quickly in politics, especially with all the drama going on.
I dont buy it! El-Rufai predicting Nigerians will back ADC in 2027? Ill believe it when I see it!
I dont buy it! Nigerians are tired of empty promises. Lets see some real change before jumping on the ADC bandwagon.
Isnt it fascinating how political alliances shift so quickly? Who knows what 2027 will bring! Time to grab the popcorn.
I highly doubt Nigerians will rally behind ADC in 2027. El-Rufais prediction seems far-fetched. Politics is unpredictable.
Im not convinced Nigerians will blindly support ADC in 2027. Peoples loyalty shifts easily in politics. Lets wait and see.
I dont buy it! Nigerians are tired of political drama. Lets see if ADC can bring real change. 🤔🇳🇬
I believe El-Rufais prediction is bold, but can Nigerians really overlook the impact of governor defections in 2027? Lets discuss!
I disagree with El-Rufais prediction. Peoples loyalty can shift quickly in politics. 2027 is a long way off.
Im not convinced that Nigerians will support ADC in 2027. Lets see how things play out. El-Rufai may be overestimating their appeal.
I dont buy it! El-Rufai predicting 2027 support for ADC? Sounds like wishful thinking to me. Lets see how it plays out.
I disagree, El-Rufais prediction seems far-fetched. Peoples loyalties can change quickly in politics. Lets see what happens in 2027!
I dont know about ADC in 2027, but with all these defections, who even knows whats going to happen next? 🤷♂️
I dont buy it! El-Rufai predicting Nigerians will back ADC in 2027? Seems like wishful thinking to me. Lets see how it plays out.
I disagree! Nigerians are unpredictable. We cant predict who theyll support in 2027. Lets wait and watch.
I dont buy it! Nigerians are fed up with the same old promises. We need real change, not just party hopping.