Former Senator Ishaku Abbo to Announce New Political Party This Weekend Amid ADC Turmoil
In a significant political development, former Adamawa North Senator Ishaku Abbo has declared that he will officially announce his new political party later this weekend. This announcement comes amidst escalating leadership disputes within the African Democratic Congress (ADC), which have thrown the party into a state of crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Abbo's Confident Stance on 2027 Election Prospects
Senator Abbo, who previously served as a federal lawmaker under the All Progressives Congress (APC), made his intentions clear through a Facebook post on Monday, April 20, 2026. He expressed unwavering confidence that ten months is more than sufficient time to secure victory in the upcoming elections after switching parties.
"I will officially announce my party this weekend. My supporters and those who want to run for office in Adamawa state and win in 2027 should wait for me. I will lead you to victory," Abbo stated emphatically.
The former lawmaker challenged the notion that it is too late to change political affiliations with the elections approaching, pointing to historical precedents. "We have over 10 months to the elections, and you are telling me that it's too late to move to a new party and win the election?" he questioned rhetorically.
Grassroots Mobilization and Political Strategy
Abbo emphasized his deep connection with the grassroots and his extensive mobilization efforts across Adamawa State over the past three years. "I have moved around Adamawa state, embedded myself with the grassroots, and mobilised people for the past 3 years. Wait and see me win," he declared with conviction.
To bolster his argument, he referenced the 2023 presidential election, noting that Peter Obi joined the Labour Party just six months before the polls and managed to win twelve states. He also mentioned President Bola Tinubu, whose APC has maintained power for eight consecutive years, suggesting that strategic timing and strong organization can overcome perceived disadvantages.
ADC Crisis and Leadership Disputes
Abbo's exit from the ADC occurred merely forty-eight hours after Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed's faction, popularly known as Binani, withdrew from the party. This departure highlights the deepening fractures within the ADC as internal conflicts intensify.
The crisis has led to dramatic developments, including the suspension of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from the ADC ahead of the 2027 elections. Raji Sulaiman Zumo, the factional chairman of the ADC, announced this suspension alongside that of Babachir Lawal, the former Secretary to the Government of the Federation.
These actions reflect the severe leadership struggles plaguing the ADC at both state and national levels, creating an environment of uncertainty and political realignment.
Legal Interventions and Court Orders
Amidst the turmoil, the Adamawa State High Court has intervened by ordering the suspension of ADC congresses. Justice Ahmed Isa ruled that the party must maintain the status quo until further hearings scheduled for Thursday, April 9, 2026.
This court order came in response to a lawsuit filed by factional state chairman Shehu Yohanna, demonstrating how legal battles are compounding the political instability within the ADC. The judicial intervention adds another layer of complexity to an already volatile situation.
As the 2027 elections draw nearer, these developments signal a period of significant political realignment in Adamawa State and beyond. Senator Abbo's impending announcement will likely influence the strategies of other political actors and reshape the competitive landscape in the region.
