The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken a definitive and hardline stance, declaring that the removal of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from office is the central pillar of a broader struggle to reclaim Nigeria. The party asserts this move is non-negotiable for the nation's salvation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
A Blunt Declaration on National Television
During an appearance on Channels Television's Politics Today program on Friday, January 16, 2026, the party's National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, framed their position in unequivocal terms. The former minister stated that the country is experiencing an acute breakdown in governance, which cannot be remedied under the current administration.
"It's solely to get Tinubu out of power. That is the agenda... There is no scenario where he remains in power, and we are able to save this country," Abdullahi declared. He further accused forces in control of the nation of operating with a complete disregard for public accountability, likening the prevailing political attitude to criminal conduct.
"When people say you can smash it, grab it, and run with it, that is the language of banditry," he stated, arguing that such thinking has come to define the federal government's approach.
Allegations of Legislative Manipulation and Questionable Deals
Abdullahi, leveraging his experience as a former minister, raised serious concerns about recent legislative processes. He specifically questioned the integrity surrounding the passage of certain tax laws, describing the episode as unprecedented in Nigeria's democratic history and indicative of a compromised lawmaking process.
He made the stunning allegation that the government forged a law that had already been passed by the National Assembly. "A government that can forge a duly passed law; what do you call that?" he challenged during the interview.
The ADC spokesman also turned his attention to reports that the Federal Government engaged in a $9 million foreign lobbying contract in the United States. Abdullahi claimed to have reviewed available documents and found no clear legal or transparency framework governing the award and payment for the contract.
"How was this contract awarded? How was the money paid? Who paid the money? What budget line was it taken from?" he queried. He maintained that the expenditure revealed severely distorted priorities, arguing that investing a similar sum in internal security would yield tangible results and eliminate the need to convince foreign leaders of Nigeria's safety.
Sovereignty Concerns and a Focus on Foreign Approval
Abdullahi further accused the Tinubu administration of prioritizing its international image over the dire security situation at home. "They don't care whether Nigerians are still dying... They just want to look good before Americans," he asserted.
Adding to his list of grievances, the ADC spokesperson expressed deep concern over a medical Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) reportedly signed between Nigeria and the United States in December. He claimed the agreement's terms were "shocking," granting Washington control over spending decisions despite Nigeria contributing more funds, and raised alarms about national sovereignty and public accountability.
"No Nigerians have seen the details of this MOU," he noted, emphasizing the lack of transparency.
The party's forceful declaration sets a confrontational tone for the political landscape leading to the 2027 elections, positioning the ADC as a vehement opposition force determined to make President Tinubu's tenure the central issue of the upcoming electoral cycle.
