The Nigerian political landscape is experiencing a significant shift with the emergence of a new opposition coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections. This alliance has drawn considerable attention, particularly as it unites prominent opposition figures like former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s Peter Obi, aiming to capitalize on widespread public discontent stemming from economic hardship and insecurity to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Dr. Dakuku Peterside, former Director-General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), views the ADC’s emergence as a positive development for Nigeria's democracy, asserting that a formidable opposition is crucial for governmental accountability and responsiveness to citizens' needs. However, Peterside also issued cautions, highlighting potential threats to the coalition’s success, including personal ambition, a lack of clear messaging, and persistent electoral flaws. He characterized Nigerian politics as a continuous “battle of coalitions” with often