In a major political development, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed former Minister of Finance, Senator Nenadi Usman, as the Coalition Chairman to oversee party affairs and spearhead reconciliation efforts in Kaduna State.
The move is aimed at resolving the prolonged internal crisis rocking the party’s Kaduna chapter.
According to reports, Senator Usman, who currently serves as the National Chairman of the Peter Obi faction of the Labour Party, was chosen to replace Julius Abure, the embattled former chairman.
Speaking at a press conference in Kaduna, the ADC National Vice Chairman (North-West), Ja’afaru Sani, said the appointment was part of broader efforts to strengthen the party and foster unity among opposition figures in the region.
Sani cautioned against external political interference allegedly designed to destabilize the ADC, stressing that internal cohesion was crucial as the 2027 general elections approach.
He also revealed that the coalition leadership had agreed to sanction expelled members who took legal action against a national leader of the party — describing their actions as a distraction that slowed down the ADC’s progress.
The development underscores ADC’s renewed push to rebuild its political structure in northern Nigeria, especially amid rising competition among opposition parties seeking to challenge the ruling APC’s dominance in 2027.
Why This Matters:
Senator Nenadi Usman’s appointment signals an emerging collaboration between opposition blocs, particularly between factions of the Labour Party and ADC. With reconciliation and coalition-building at the forefront, analysts say the move could reshape Kaduna’s political dynamics and strengthen the opposition’s base ahead of future elections.
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