Former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has outlined what Nigerians should expect if the African Democratic Congress (ADC) wins the 2027 presidential election, saying the party’s agenda would focus on security, economic recovery, and national development.
Tambuwal made the remarks shortly after the party’s state congress, where he presented what he described as a broad but structured blueprint aimed at addressing Nigeria’s most urgent challenges. According to him, the ADC’s vision is anchored on restoring stability, creating opportunities, and improving governance across all sectors.
He stated that security would be the top priority of any ADC-led government, stressing that no meaningful progress can be achieved in an environment of violence and instability.
“The priorities are quite clear. First and foremost is security. Without security, no meaningful development can take place,” he said. “An ADC-led government would address insecurity decisively, using a combination of strategic, technological, and community-based approaches.”
He explained that the party would deploy modern security technology, strengthen intelligence gathering, and deepen collaboration with local communities to tackle insecurity more effectively. Tambuwal emphasised that community participation would be central to the party’s security framework, particularly in rural areas affected by violence and banditry.
On the economy, the former governor acknowledged the widespread hardship facing Nigerians, saying the ADC would focus on policies that reduce the cost of living and expand economic opportunities. He noted that job creation, especially for young people, would be a central pillar of the party’s economic agenda.
“Beyond security, we would focus on the economy—particularly on reducing hardship and creating opportunities,” he said. “Unemployment remains a major challenge, especially among young people. We would implement policies aimed at job creation, support for small and medium enterprises, and economic diversification.”
He added that small and medium-scale enterprises would receive targeted support under an ADC government, describing them as the backbone of Nigeria’s economy. He also stressed the need to reduce dependence on a limited number of revenue sources by expanding into other productive sectors.
Tambuwal further highlighted education and agriculture as key areas of development. He described education as the foundation of long-term national progress, noting that sustained investment and reforms are necessary to improve learning outcomes across the country.
“Education and agriculture would also be central to our agenda. Education is the foundation of long-term development, and it requires sustained investment and reform,” he said.
On agriculture, he argued that the sector holds enormous potential to transform Nigeria’s economy if properly harnessed. According to him, investment in agriculture could significantly improve food security while also generating millions of jobs, particularly in rural communities.
“Agriculture, on the other hand, has the potential to provide both food security and employment if properly managed,” he added.
Tambuwal also identified electricity supply as a critical area requiring urgent attention, describing unreliable power as a major obstacle to industrial growth and economic productivity. He said any meaningful economic reform must include a comprehensive plan to stabilise electricity generation and distribution.
“Power supply is another critical area. Reliable electricity is essential for industrial growth and overall economic productivity,” he stated.
He further said that the overarching goal of an ADC government would be to build a responsive and accountable administration that prioritises the welfare of citizens.
“In essence, the goal is to create a government that is responsive, accountable, and focused on improving the daily lives of Nigerians,” he said.
Beyond policy direction, Tambuwal also addressed concerns about internal competition within the party ahead of the 2027 elections, particularly regarding the selection of a presidential candidate. He acknowledged that debates and rivalry are natural in politics, especially in a growing party attracting diverse interests.
“Those concerns are understandable, but they are also part of the democratic process,” he said. “In any serious political party, especially one that is growing rapidly and attracting diverse interests, there will naturally be competition for leadership positions.”
He explained that the ADC intends to manage such competition through democratic processes, either by building consensus among stakeholders or by conducting party primaries where necessary.
“The key is how that competition is managed. Within the ADC, we are committed to democratic principles,” he said. “If there is consensus among stakeholders on a particular candidate, then that is a legitimate and acceptable outcome. However, if consensus cannot be achieved, we have a well-established mechanism in the form of party primaries.”
Tambuwal expressed confidence that internal contests would not weaken the party, but rather strengthen it if handled transparently and fairly. He argued that healthy competition, when properly managed, can improve party cohesion and produce stronger leadership choices.
Political observers say Tambuwal’s remarks are part of early positioning by opposition figures as Nigeria gradually moves closer to the 2027 general elections, with parties beginning to outline their visions and strategic priorities for national leadership.
