PRP National Chairman Hakeem Baba Ahmed Invites ADC Leaders Into Party Amid 2027 Election Preparations

PRP Chairman Hakeem Baba-Ahmed invites ADC leaders to join the party, claiming President Tinubu cannot win a free and fair election in 2027.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 20, 2026, 5:55 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Naija News

PRP Reports Surge In Interest From Opposition Politicians

The Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has formally declared its readiness to absorb opposition politicians and political groups ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking on Monday during an interview on Arise News, the PRP National Chairman, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, revealed that the party has experienced a significant influx of inquiries over the past month. According to Ahmed, a substantial number of political actors have expressed their intention to defect to the PRP, citing a need for a stable and established platform to contest the next electoral cycle.

Strategic Opening For African Democratic Congress Leaders

A primary focus of the chairman’s disclosure involved the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), which is currently navigating internal challenges. Ahmed stated that if the Supreme Court delivers a ruling that prevents the ADC from proceeding as a viable political entity for the 2027 polls, the PRP remains a standing option for its members. He extended a direct invitation to the coalition leaders, suggesting that the PRP’s infrastructure is prepared to integrate their structures should their current party face a legal or administrative impasse.

Mandatory Adherence To Longstanding Party Regulations

Despite the open invitation, the PRP leadership has set strict conditions for any new entrants looking to join the fold. Ahmed emphasized that the party has a historical legacy spanning approximately 70 years and possesses a rigid set of internal rules. He submitted that interested politicians must be willing to abide by the PRP’s existing protocols and must finalize their membership before the specific details of collaborative strategies are concluded. This approach is intended to ensure that the party’s core identity remains intact during any expansion.