Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has made a startling allegation that some individuals within the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) are working in support of Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), ahead of the 2027 election. Lawal made this claim in a statement on his official Facebook page on Monday. He specifically named Aisha Binani, the NDC's governorship candidate in Adamawa State, as the leader of the opposition to his appointment as the party's leader in the North-East.
Lawal's statement was in response to reports that some NDC governorship candidates in the North-East had rejected his appointment as the party's leader in the region. He described the reported protest as a "charade" and expressed no concern over the development. According to Lawal, the matter was for the national leadership of the party to handle. He had accepted the appointment as a mark of respect to NDC leaders. Lawal emphasized that the disagreement would not affect the party's direction ahead of the 2027 election.
The former SGF, who recently joined the NDC, claimed that Nigerians had no alternative to Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, the party's presidential ticket bearers. He warned that individuals he described as "moles" would not have a role in the party's activities. Lawal asserted that there would be no alteration of results in the 2027 polls and that the moles would be rendered redundant. This statement comes amid speculations about the party's chances in the upcoming election.
Lawal disclosed that some NDC governorship candidates in Gombe and Taraba states had contacted him to distance themselves from the statement rejecting his appointment. This development suggests that not all party members are opposed to Lawal's leadership. The former SGF's allegations have sparked a fresh internal debate within the party. It remains to be seen how the party's leadership will address the issue and its potential impact on the party's performance in the 2027 election.
The NDC is facing internal challenges ahead of the 2027 election, with some members expressing concerns about the party's direction. Lawal's appointment as the party's leader in the North-East was met with resistance from some governorship candidates. The party's ability to manage its internal conflicts will be crucial in determining its chances in the upcoming election. The 2027 election is expected to be highly competitive, with various parties vying for power.
Atiku Abubakar, the ADC presidential candidate, is a prominent figure in Nigerian politics. His candidacy has been endorsed by some individuals within the NDC, according to Lawal. The ADC is one of the parties challenging the ruling party in the upcoming election. The party's performance in the election will depend on various factors, including its ability to manage internal conflicts and present a united front.
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) is one of the parties competing for power in the 2027 election. The party has been working to strengthen its presence in various states, including Adamawa, Gombe, and Taraba. The party's leadership will need to address internal challenges and present a united front to increase its chances in the election. The outcome of the election will have significant implications for the country's future.
Key points
- Babachir Lawal alleges that Aisha Binani, NDC's Adamawa governorship candidate, is secretly backing Atiku Abubakar's presidential bid.
