Leading opposition parties in Nigeria have resolved to present a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general elections, following a high-level summit held in Ibadan.
The decision was reached at the Opposition Summit hosted by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, where key stakeholders from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Makinde-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) met to deliberate on a unified political strategy.
The ADC disclosed the outcome after the meeting, stating that the move is aimed at strengthening opposition cohesion and improving electoral competitiveness in 2027.
In addition to the agreement on a joint presidential candidate, the parties also called for the resignation of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan. They cited concerns over the credibility and independence of the electoral body as reasons for their demand.
The summit marks a significant step toward opposition unity ahead of the next general elections, with leaders expressing optimism that a consolidated front could reshape Nigeria’s political landscape.
