The South West Zone of the African Democratic Congress has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is not unbeatable, insisting that Nigerians are ready for a credible alternative ahead of the 2027 general elections.
This position was made known during the maiden South West zonal press conference of the party held under the leadership of Hon. Akinbowale Omole, the National Vice Chairman (South West), who said the zone had begun a new phase of mobilisation and reorganisation.
According to Omole, the new South West leadership was formally inaugurated in Ibadan in February 2026 with the approval of the party’s National Caucus and National Working Committee. The inauguration was performed by Rauf Aregbesola, who currently serves as National Secretary of the party.
He stated that the ADC had become the most credible alternative to what he described as the failed administration of President Tinubu, adding that the party was committed to rescuing Nigeria from hardship, insecurity, economic decline and poor governance.
The party said it had successfully conducted Polling Unit, Ward, Local Government and State Congresses nationwide, producing fresh leadership structures across the federation.
Omole also referenced the recent National Convention in Abuja where the leadership of David Mark and Aregbesola was affirmed, while new resolutions were adopted to reposition the party nationally.
Speaking on the South West political climate, Omole said support for any president should not be based on regional sentiment but on measurable performance, integrity and socio-economic development.
He further stated that the Yoruba people are known globally for the Omoluabi ethos of accountability and principled leadership, adding that the current administration does not reflect those values.
What ADC Promised Nigerians
The party promised that if given the mandate, it would bridge the gap between rich and poor, restore security, revive the economy, create jobs for youths, implement targeted subsidies, rebuild Nigeria’s global image and return governance to the people.
The ADC also urged Nigerians, especially those in the South West, to join the party and intensify grassroots mobilisation ahead of 2027.
State Chairmen Presented at the Conference
Among the newly elected state chairmen introduced at the event were:
Jimoh Afees Adelowo – Oyo State
Azeez Issa Adesiji – Osun State
George Ashiru – Lagos State
Emmanuel Famojuro – Ogun State
Bamidele Ekunola – Ekiti State
Tola Alabere – Ondo State
Zonal and National Officers in Attendance
Other top officials present included:
Tunji Shalle -National Director of Comm
Prof Bode Ayorinde – Diversity & Inclusion Sec
Hon Fabiyi Oladimeji – Deputy National Fin Sec
Alhaja Kafilat Olayiwola – Deputy National Women Leader
Arch Bashir Aremu Lawal – Assistant National Secretary
Olufemi Adeleye – Deputy Coordinator, Diaspora
Lady Lydia Olafunmiloye – Assistant National Women Leader
Mrs Elizabeth Olusi – Assistant National Youth Leader
Mrs Yidiat Oseni – Assistant National Organizing Secretary
Lady Motunrayo Odumosu – National Ex-Officio
The party concluded with a strong challenge to Nigerians, asking whether life is better now than it was three years ago, while maintaining confidence that with popular support, the ADC would defeat Tinubu in 2027.
Source: Darling Television Online.
