Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has openly declared his allegiance to a growing political coalition aiming to unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections, describing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as a fractured and intolerant party.
Speaking during an explosive interview on TVC News’ Beyond the Headlines with Nifemi Oguntoye, Lawal revealed insider details about the emerging opposition front comprising prominent political figures, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-governors Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, and Rotimi Amaechi, as well as several former ministers from the Buhari administration.
The group, which has adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as its platform, is already facing internal challenges ranging from legal disputes to leadership struggles and skepticism about its credibility. Still, Lawal insisted the movement is gaining ground both publicly and behind the scenes.
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Lawal, who formally resigned from the APC on June 29, admitted he had long turned against the party even before his official exit. He described the APC as an oppressive organisation that stifles internal criticism.
“APC was never truly united. It’s a party where dissent is punished. Try offering advice, and you’re branded an enemy,” he said.
According to Lawal, a number of influential APC figures, including sitting governors, are quietly aligning with the new coalition, either through silent support or by planning eventual defections.
“Many are already with us—some openly, others discreetly. The dissatisfaction is deeper than people realise,” he stated.
Responding to critics who view the coalition as a gathering of political losers, Lawal dismissed such claims and emphasized that the group’s mission transcends personal ambition.
“This isn’t about bitterness or revenge. It’s about replacing a non-performing government with one that can deliver real results for Nigerians,” he asserted.
He further defended the coalition’s formation as a legitimate political realignment, not a desperate reaction.
“In a democracy, you’re free to leave a broken system and align with others to offer a better alternative. That’s what we’re doing,” Lawal said.
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