In a significant development reshaping Nigeria's political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections, a new political entity, the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), has formally applied to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for registration. This strategic move, spearheaded by the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG), also referred to as the National Opposition Coalition Group (NOCG), aims to consolidate opposition forces and present a formidable challenge to the incumbent All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Bola Tinubu.

The formal application letter, dated June 19, 2025, was officially received by INEC on June 20, 2025. Signed by Chief Akin A. Rickets as the Protem National Chairman and Abdullahi Musa-Elayo as the Protem National Secretary, the letter explicitly requested the registration of the All Democratic Alliance, with 'ADA' as its acronym and 'Justice for All' as its guiding slogan. The party’s national secretariat is situated at 23 Fatai Williams Street in Asokoro, Abuja.

The formation of ADA follows intensive deliberations by a coalition of prominent political figures from various backgrounds, including disaffected members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and other opposition blocs. The NOCG, chaired by former Senate President Senator David Mark, convened on May 6, 2025, in Abuja, establishing a 15-member New Platform Committee. This committee, chaired by former Transport Minister Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi and with Dr. Umar Ardo as secretary, met on June 19, 2025, to formally approve the establishment of ADA, its constitution, manifesto, logo, and interim leadership.

The ADA's application to INEC included essential documents such as its party flag (logo), detailed manifesto, constitution, and minutes of the crucial meetings that led to its formation. The party's logo, featuring a corn (maize) emblem flanked by red, blue, and green colors, symbolizes food security, national prosperity, sacrifice, energy, and bold leadership. The manifesto outlines a vision to establish a "united, just, fair and progressive Nigerian state founded on democratic ideals, social equity, economic self-reliance, scientific advancement and strategic nationhood." It also pledges to rebuild trust in governance, foster a patriotic national culture, and create a merit-based leadership elite, with core objectives including national unity, reconciliation, and the elimination of ethnic and religious extremism.

Among the key conveners and members of this anti-Tinubu coalition are former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, John Odigie Oyegun, Rauf Aregbesola, Nasir El-Rufai, Aminu Tambuwal, Abubakar Malami, Babachir Lawan, Uche Secondus, Osita Chidoka, and Hon. Nnenna Ukeje. Initially, the group considered joining existing political parties like the African Democratic Congress (ADC) or the Social Democratic Party (SDP), but concerns over internal wrangling and litigations within these parties led to the decision to establish a completely new platform where all members could start on an equal footing.

The emergence of ADA has elicited varied reactions across the political spectrum. Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, dismissed the development as "unnecessary hype" and a "weak attempt at mass appeal," asserting that no recognized existing political party was part of this new association. He likened it to a "pedestrian joke" when compared to the seismic political coalition that birthed the APC in 2013. Similarly, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani played down any threat to President Bola Tinubu's 2027 re-election bid, stating that Tinubu "has no threat" and questioning the democratic credentials of some coalition members. However, former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai holds a contrasting view, believing it would be "impossible" for President Tinubu to win in 2027, citing the current administration's perceived failure to address Nigerians' suffering.

Political observers view the formation of ADA as a strategic move by the opposition to consolidate its base ahead of the hotly anticipated 2027 general elections. The involvement of respected figures like Senator David Mark and Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi is expected to lend significant weight to the new movement, potentially attracting further defections and reshaping the competitive landscape of Nigerian politics.