Nigeria's political scene is once again marked by the emergence of a new opposition coalition, primarily under the banner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), aiming to challenge the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. This alliance, boasting figures such as Peter Obi, Atiku Abubakar, Rotimi Amaechi, Nasir El-Rufai, and others, including newly appointed interim leaders Senator David Mark as National Chairman and Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary, has immediately ignited a fierce debate about its legitimacy, motivations, and potential impact.

However, the coalition's unveiling has been met with significant skepticism, particularly from those who view it as a mere re-packaging of old political figures. Critics, including an unnamed author and social media activist VeryDarkMan (VDM), argue that many of the individuals at the forefront of this