Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has met with leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from the South-East, alongside other notable Igbo stakeholders, in what appears to be a strategic move ahead of the party’s 2027 presidential primaries.
According to a statement released by the ADC on Wednesday, the meeting was described as “crucial” to shaping the party’s direction and exploring possible alliances as preparations intensify for the forthcoming primaries.
The closed-door session reportedly took place on Tuesday night at the Abuja residence of Chikwe Udensi and drew several prominent party figures and regional leaders. Among those present were Senator Augustine Akobundu, Chief Chekwas Okorie, former Minister of State for Education Emeka Nwajiuba, Dr Osita Oruche, Prof. Onyi Nwagbara, Chief Uchenna Okogbuo, former ADC National Chairman Chief Ralph Nwosu, Hon. Uzoma Abonta, Hon. Uko Nkole, Etigwe Uwah, Dr Steve Nwadiuko, Chief Morris Eboh, Senator Frank Ibezim and Dr Dave Eboh.
The development comes as political parties work to meet a 91-day deadline ending May 30 for the conduct and conclusion of primaries, following the release of a revised timetable for the 2027 general elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Under the updated schedule, presidential and National Assembly elections are set for January 16, 2027, while governorship and State Assembly polls will take place on February 6, 2027.
INEC’s National Commissioner and Chairman of its Information and Voter Education Committee, Mohammed Haruna, stated that the commission approved the revised timetable in response to amendments in the Electoral Act.
The electoral body also announced that party primaries, including the resolution of disputes arising from them, will begin on April 23, 2026, and conclude on May 30, 2026.
Furthermore, INEC reminded political parties that in line with the Electoral Act 2026, they must submit their digital membership registers at least 21 days before conducting any primary, congress or convention. Failure to comply, the commission warned, could lead to disqualification from fielding candidates in the elections.
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