The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has boldly declared that removing President Bola Tinubu from power in the 2027

 

Abdullahi accused the current administration of operating with a "bandit mentality," citing examples such as alleged forgery of duly passed laws (particularly related to recent tax reforms), unprecedented actions like spending $9 million on foreign lobbyists in the US to polish Nigeria's image, and a general prioritization of external perception over domestic security and economic hardships faced by citizens.

The party frames this stance within the broader context of the opposition coalition's efforts to unite behind the ADC platform — which has attracted figures like former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, David Mark, and others — to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2027.

This rhetoric aligns with ongoing criticisms from the ADC regarding governance failures, including insecurity, economic challenges, and leadership lapses (such as President Tinubu's absence from the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day ceremonies).