THE African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a nationwide consultation aimed at consolidating its grassroots presence and strengthening coalition integration ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja yesterday, the National Chairman of the party, Chief Ralph Okey Nwosu, said the consultation would span all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), describing it as a “deliberate grassroots movement” rather than just a political tour.
According to Nwosu, the program will run from Monday to Saturday during the first week of June, following a resolution by the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and backed by the National Working Committee (NWC).
Each state capital will host convergence events, bringing together political parties, civil society groups, labour unions, and individuals aligned with ADC’s coalition vision.
“This initiative is about taking ADC’s vision and rescue agenda to the people,” Nwosu stated. “The coalition is no longer Abuja-centric. It’s time for Nigerians to truly own this mission.”
He emphasized that the gatherings are structured as equal partnerships reflecting the founding values of the coalition. “Every member, from the national to ward level, must understand that ADC is co-owned by the coalition,” he said.
The party’s signature “handshake” tradition, Nwosu noted, symbolizes unity, openness, and inclusivity, and members are expected to embody these values.
The consultation will also serve to align leadership and messaging from the national to the grassroots level.
In addition to mobilizing coalition stakeholders, the party aims to introduce a new model of grassroots-driven resource development and bottom-up communication, ensuring ADC’s message resonates nationwide.
The decision to commence the consultation was finalized at an emergency session of the party’s Global Campus National Headquarters in Abuja.
Nwosu also used the opportunity to stress the urgent need for political action to address national challenges such as corruption, insecurity, and poor governance.
“This is not business as usual. It is a national emergency,” he said.
The consultation underscores ADC’s strategic preparations as political momentum builds toward the 2027 general elections.