By Quest FM TV | July 17, 2025

As the newly formed opposition coalition led by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) continues to generate political buzz, former APC National Secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has poured cold water on the movement’s prospects ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Omisore described the coalition as "a pack of hawks" whose personal ambitions will eventually tear it apart.

“I’m not worried at all because there are hawks among them. All of them want to be president… Obi said he wants to be president, Atiku said the same, Rotimi said the same, and Aminu Tambuwal too. So how are we sure they will continue on this full list?” he asked rhetorically.

According to Omisore, while the coalition may look strong on paper, historical voting patterns and fragmented loyalties make it unlikely to challenge the dominance of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) at the national level.

“Rotimi Amaechi lost Rivers State, El-Rufai lost Kaduna, we didn’t win Anambra or Edo… yet APC still won nationally,” he added, suggesting that the coalition’s key figures lack decisive influence in their own states.

Omisore also noted that the ADC’s current makeup consists largely of defectors from the PDP, casting doubts on its claim of representing a “fresh alternative.”

“The bulk of the ADC are hosts from PDP — 85% PDP now,” he said, indicating the coalition is more of a repackaged PDP than a new movement.

Despite downplaying the coalition’s threat, Omisore admitted that its formation is a useful distraction.

“It’s going to keep them busy… but as they are getting busier, we will look at our strategies and find the best ways to cut them off.”

Backdrop: The July 2 Opposition Convergence

Omisore’s comments follow the July 2 opposition mega-conference at the Yar’Adua Centre in Abuja, where leaders of various political blocs announced the ADC as their unified platform to challenge the APC in 2027.

At the event, former Senate President David Mark was named interim national chairman of the coalition, and ex-Osun State governor Rauf Aregbesola was appointed interim national secretary. ADC founder Ralph Nwosu officially handed over the party’s reins to the new leadership.

High-profile attendees included:

  • Peter Obi (Labour Party)
  • Atiku Abubakar (Former PDP presidential candidate)
  • Nasir El-Rufai (Ex-Governor of Kaduna)
  • Rotimi Amaechi (Former Minister and Rivers Governor)
  • Senator Ireti Kingibe
  • Dele Momodu, Emeka Ihedioha, Dino Melaye, Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar (rtd.)

Representatives of the PDP, Labour Party (LP), and Social Democratic Party (SDP) were also in attendance, signaling a broad-based alliance.

Will It Hold?

While the opposition coalition presents the boldest challenge yet to the APC since 2015, critics like Omisore argue that ego clashes, lack of ideological clarity, and past rivalries could lead to its early collapse.

But coalition insiders insist that a transparent primary process and a shared goal of unseating the APC will hold the alliance together.

As Nigeria inches closer to 2027, whether unity or ambition prevails within this new political force will determine if the opposition can mount a serious challenge—or implode before the race begins.

Stay tuned to Quest FM TV for continuing coverage of Nigeria’s shifting political landscape.

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