The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has sharply rebuked the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for what it deems an unwarranted and baseless attack, asserting its unwavering confidence as the sole political force capable of defeating President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. The PDP’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, issued a statement on Tuesday, emphasizing the party’s enduring strength and the steadfast support it continues to receive from Nigerians, despite recent defections. The statement characterized the ADC’s criticism, delivered by its Interim National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, as reckless and revealing, suggesting that Abdullahi, a former spokesperson for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), was acting on behalf of the APC in an attempt to undermine the PDP’s growing momentum in anticipation of the 2027 elections.
The PDP dismissed the ADC’s attack as a desperate attempt to divert attention from the APC’s failures and asserted its position as the leading opposition party in Nigeria, commanding widespread respect and loyalty across the nation. The party underscored its commitment to providing a platform for Nigerians aspiring to oust the APC in 2027 and refused to engage in a public spat with the ADC or any other opposition party, emphasizing its focus on challenging the APC’s policies and galvanizing public support for a PDP-led government in 2027. The statement highlighted the PDP’s track record of performance, which, it claimed, resonates positively with Nigerians.
The PDP emphasized its confidence in its ability to defeat President Tinubu, boasting a roster of potential presidential candidates with proven track records and the necessary competence. The party reiterated its commitment to challenging the APC on critical national issues and fostering constructive national discourse, while simultaneously mobilizing Nigerians to vote out the APC and install a people-oriented government under the PDP banner in 2027. Despite the defections, the PDP stressed that its true strength lies in the unwavering support of the Nigerian people, reinforcing its position as the party with the necessary support base, national reach, and political influence to unseat the ruling APC.
The PDP emphasized its possession of a wealth of presidential aspirants with impressive achievements and the capacity to defeat President Tinubu, highlighting its appeal as the platform of choice for Nigerians seeking a change in government. The party expressed its openness to collaborating with like-minded individuals and groups who share the common goal of rescuing the nation from the perceived failures of the APC. The PDP’s response demonstrates its confidence in its position as the leading opposition party and its belief in its ability to defeat the APC in the next general elections.
This confidence is rooted in what the PDP perceives as its enduring popularity with the Nigerian people, its history of performance in government, and the strength of its potential presidential candidates. The party’s decision to refrain from engaging in a public exchange with the ADC underscores its focus on the larger goal of unseating the APC and presenting itself as the viable alternative for Nigerians seeking change. The PDP’s statement highlights the ongoing political maneuvering and positioning in the lead-up to the 2027 elections, emphasizing the party’s determination to capitalize on public sentiment and present a compelling case for its return to power.
The PDP’s strong retort to the ADC’s criticism reflects the intensifying competition within the opposition space as various parties jostle for position and seek to establish themselves as the primary alternative to the ruling APC. By emphasizing its track record, its broad-based appeal, and the caliber of its potential presidential candidates, the PDP aims to project an image of stability, competence, and readiness to govern. The party’s open invitation to collaborations with other like-minded groups signals its strategic intent to build a broad coalition capable of challenging the APC’s dominance. The political landscape leading up to the 2027 elections promises to be dynamic and intensely competitive, with the PDP positioning itself as a major force in the contest for power.
