A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Enugu State, Dr. (Sir) Walter Oji, has declared that the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration has failed Nigerians and will struggle to secure victory in the 2027 general elections.
Oji, a Fourth Degree Knight of the Catholic Church, made the remarks during the inaugural meeting of the G24 for Atiku Abubakar and Ocho Obodoeze 2027 Movement, an ADC support group, held in Enugu.
He alleged that the APC-led government had worsened economic hardship, insecurity, and poverty across the country, insisting that Nigerians would demand a change of leadership in 2027. According to him, the ruling party has not delivered enough to justify another term in office.
“It is time to tell Bola Tinubu that Nigerians deserve a new direction and that Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, a man with experience in governance and economic management, should be given the opportunity to lead the country in 2027,” Oji stated.
The ADC chieftain also criticised Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah’s administration, alleging that some of its policies had increased the economic burden on residents of the state. He urged the people of Enugu to support the ADC governorship candidate, Chief Ocho Obodoeze, ahead of the 2027 election.
“I urge the people of Enugu State to support a new vision that prioritises development, prosperity and good governance,” he said.
Oji commended the organisers of the event for mobilising support for Atiku Abubakar, Ocho Obodoeze, and other ADC candidates. He advised support groups not to rely solely on funding from the party or candidates but to mobilise resources from their members, stakeholders, and supporters, while focusing on grassroots mobilisation and communicating the party’s message of hope to Nigerians.
He emphasised that citizens have the power to influence the direction of the country through their votes and called for greater participation in the democratic process.
Among those present at the event were the Special Assistant to Atiku Abubakar on Special Duties, Dr. Ekene Onwuka; a representative of the ADC presidential candidate’s wife, Anie Gift; ADC South-East Zonal Vice Chairman, Bon Unachukwu; and the Enugu State Caretaker Chairman, Gen. Chris Eze (rtd.).