Rotimi backs ADC despite crisis, sets 72-hour ultimatum
Presidential aspirant Abayomi Rotimi (ADC) insists the party, despite its leadership crisis, is the 'lesser evil' he can work with for the 2027 elections. Speaking on Channels Television's Sunrise Daily, he acknowledged the self-inficted crises but gave the party's leadership 72 hours to resolve them, warning 'otherwise we are out.' He criticized an unnamed individual for 'belittling people,' saying such behavior sabotages cooperation.
The crisis is severe enough that INEC has suspended engagement with ADC until litigation over its leadership is concluded. Rotimi tied his ambition to a vision of 'intentional leadership,' arguing leaders need sharp intuition and the ability to recognize capable people, not necessarily solve all problems themselves. He also revealed plans to form a 'solid coalition' with progressive Nigerian youths but noted many seem to have 'a different agenda.'
This matters because INEC's boycott threatens the ADC's electoral viability, and Rotimi's 'lesser evil' stance frames a pragmatic but controversial approach to Nigeria's political options. His ultimatum forces a quick internal decision, while his youth coalition frustration highlights ongoing challenges in unifying opposition forces.
Given INEC's stance and the 72-hour window, can a party under INEC's suspension realistically mount a presidential campaign? If youth political engagement remains fragmented, does that make an 'experienced' candidate from a crisis-ridden party more or less appealing?