African Democratic Congress Urges Nigerians to Shun Tribal, Religious Politics Ahead of 2027
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has called on Nigerians to look beyond tribal and religious sentiments when electing leaders in the 2027 general elections.
Party leaders made the appeal during the 27th Ramadan Lecture and Zakat 2026, organised by ADC chieftain Moshood Salvador in Surulere, Lagos. The event attracted politicians, clerics, community leaders and party supporters from across the state and neighbouring areas.
Salvador, who leads the Conscience Forum in Lagos State, urged citizens to prioritise competence, integrity and unity when casting their votes. He attributed the country’s economic and social challenges to years of poor leadership rather than ethnic or religious differences.
“The hardship, unemployment and insecurity we face today are consequences of bad leadership,” he said, warning against vote-buying and short-term inducements. “When you trade your vote for bread, rice or noodles, you and your children will bear the consequences.”
He also criticised the Electoral Act for not making electronic transmission of results mandatory in all elections, arguing that transparent result transmission would boost public confidence. He encouraged Nigerians to protect their votes through lawful and peaceful means.
Another party leader, Jide Adeniji, said ethnic and religious divisions have slowed national development and urged citizens to focus on building a united and prosperous country.
ADC South-West Zonal Chairman, Rahman Owokoniran, described Salvador as a dedicated grassroots politician with the experience to serve Lagos effectively if given the opportunity.
National Organising Secretary of the party, Chinedu Idigbo, reiterated that the ADC would provide a level playing field for aspirants seeking its governorship ticket, stressing that unity and internal democracy remain central to the party’s values.
The party maintained that political organisations should serve as platforms for national unity rather than instruments of division. (NAN)
