ADC Picks Tinubu’s Challenger Today
The African Democratic Congress is set to choose its presidential candidate today ahead of the 2027 general election.
Party members across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory are expected to participate in the direct primary exercise.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Transport Minister Rotimi Amaechi and former banker Mohammed Hayatu-Deen are battling for the party’s ticket after efforts to adopt a consensus candidate failed.
Party leaders said the direct primary followed the Electoral Act 2026.
Atiku entered the race with strong political structures and backing from several top opposition figures, while Amaechi campaigned on his record in infrastructure and governance.
Hayatu-Deen pushed a reform-driven message focused on the economy, jobs and institutional change.
The exercise comes as tensions continue within the party after a faction loyal to Dumebi Kachikwu declared him its sole presidential candidate during a parallel convention in Abuja.
The faction also dissolved the party’s National Working Committee and named new officials.


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