Prominent opposition figures, including Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar, have voiced concerns over recent developments involving the African Democratic Congress (ADC), urging authorities to safeguard Nigeria’s democratic structure.
The reactions followed reports surrounding the alleged freezing of the ADC by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), an issue that has generated political tension among opposition leaders. The concerns were raised during a gathering held in Abuja to mark the birthday of former Senate President David Mark.
Speaking to journalists at the protest ground, as aired by Symfoni TV on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, Peter Obi addressed the situation, describing the actions against the ADC as a threat to political plurality in the country.
He stated, “Peaceful parties, African Democratic Congress, we are just doing a peaceful demonstration to say we can’t have one party in our country, it’s a democratic country, and we are begging people who are in government, don’t kill our democracy. We need the future of our children. Nigerians must have a choice to choose who leads them, and that is critical for our future.”
Obi’s remarks came amid a broader mobilisation of opposition figures who have continued to express dissatisfaction with the handling of political party affairs by the electoral body. The ADC, which has recently attracted several high-profile politicians, remains at the centre of the unfolding political discourse.
Atiku Abubakar, alongside other ADC leaders, has also been involved in ongoing demonstrations aimed at drawing attention to what they describe as challenges facing Nigeria’s democratic institutions. The protests have included calls for fairness, transparency, and adherence to constitutional principles in electoral processes.
The gathering, which coincided with David Mark’s birthday, served as a convergence point for political stakeholders, many of whom reiterated the need for inclusive governance and competitive political participation. Read_More…