Nigerian opposition leaders have formed a coalition under the banner of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) to challenge President Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections. Prominent figures including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, El-Rufai, Rotimi Amaechi, David Mark, Dino Melaye, Rauf Aregbesola, Aminu Tambuwal, and Gabriel Suswan have joined the coalition. The ADC, previously a minor party, has been adopted as the platform for this alliance, with David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola appointed as interim leaders to coordinate the campaign. The coalition aims to unify opposition forces, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party, although some internal dissent and criticism have emerged, with accusations of hijacking and challenges in consolidating support from state governors due to alleged intimidation. The ruling APC has dismissed the coalition as a gathering of self-interested politicians and has urged Nigerians to reject it, while the PDP has expressed confidence in the coalition's eventual collapse. The ADC has accused President Tinubu's administration of undermining opposition efforts through targeted actions and politicizing issues such as food security reforms and the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. The coalition has also gained backing from northern political groups, with Babachir Lawal stating the National Political Consultative Group (North) supports the ADC as the preferred opposition platform. As the 2027 elections approach, the political landscape is marked by a fierce contest between the ruling APC and the newly formed opposition coalition, with both sides vying for influence and support across Nigeria.