2027 Election: APC in Panic Mode as Tinubu ‘Seeks Coronation, Not Contest’ – Dino Melaye Fires

ADC chieftain claims ruling party rattled by rising opposition momentum ahead of 2027

Fresh political tensions are brewing ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, with Dino Melaye accusing the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of growing desperation over what he described as a surge of defections into the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television’s Morning Brief, the former Kogi West senator said the ruling party is unsettled by the ADC’s emergence as what he called the only credible opposition force capable of mounting a serious challenge in 2027.

“Why is APC afraid?”

Melaye questioned what he sees as fear within the APC despite its dominant political position across the country.

“The APC has become so desperate, seeing that the ADC is the only opposition in Nigeria to challenge them in 2027,” he said.
“They have seen an exodus of movement from various political parties into the ADC.
“Me personally, I’m shocked as to why they are panicking. They have 32 governors and have taken over, so why are you afraid?”

His remarks come amid shifting political alignments and growing speculation about coalition-building among opposition figures ahead of the next election cycle.

Allegations against Tinubu

Melaye also took direct aim at President Bola Tinubu, alleging that the Nigerian leader is more interested in securing power without a competitive electoral process.

“In a nutshell, it’s not about ADC, it’s about democracy. President Bola Tinubu wants to be coronated; he doesn’t want an election.
“He wants us to practise a monarchical system of government.”

The claims add to an already heated political atmosphere, with both ruling and opposition camps increasingly trading accusations as the 2027 race slowly takes shape.

A battle for Nigeria’s political future

While the APC has yet to formally respond to Melaye’s remarks, analysts say the rhetoric reflects mounting pressure on both sides as alliances shift and political strategies evolve.

With defections, internal party disputes, and public criticisms intensifying, the road to 2027 is already shaping up to be fiercely contested—raising broader questions about the future of Nigeria’s democratic process.