ADC Alleges APC-Backed Plot to Topple Leadership Following Kwankwaso’s "Milestone Political Shift"

The ADC alleges the APC is pressuring INEC and staging protests in Abuja to topple its leadership. Read about the Kwankwaso-linked "milestone political shift."

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 1, 2026, 11:32 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from LEADERSHIP News

Allegations of External Interference in Party Sovereignty

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has officially raised the alarm over what it describes as a coordinated attempt by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to interfere in its internal governance. In a formal statement released on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, the party alleged that high-ranking elements within the APC are actively working to compromise the ADC’s leadership. According to the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, these external actors have sought to influence the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to take regulatory actions that would effectively decapitate the party's current executive structure. The ADC views these maneuvers as a direct threat to the democratic process and the independence of opposition platforms in Nigeria.

The "Kwankwaso Factor" and Opposition Consolidation

The timing of these alleged attacks is closely linked to recent political realignments involving former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso. The ADC characterized Kwankwaso’s recent involvement with the party as a "milestone political shift" that has significantly altered the 2027 electoral outlook. It is believed that the growing strength of the ADC as a unified opposition hub has prompted the ruling party to adopt a defensive and destabilizing posture. By targeting the ADC’s leadership—which currently includes prominent figures such as former Senate President David Mark—the alleged conspirators hope to stifle the momentum of a platform that is increasingly attracting high-profile defectors from both the PDP and APC.

Tactical Shifts: From INEC Pressure to Public Protests

According to the statement, after initial attempts to secure cooperation from INEC failed, the orchestrators of the plot have pivoted to "alternative tactics" designed to create the illusion of internal rebellion. The ADC claims to have intercepted plans for a staged public protest scheduled for Thursday in Abuja. The party alleges that individuals posing as "aggrieved members" have been recruited to call for the immediate removal of the party’s top brass. These protests are reportedly intended to generate artificial public pressure, providing a pretext for regulatory bodies to intervene in the party’s recognition and leadership status.