Former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has expressed confidence in the electoral prospects of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), dismissing concerns about competition from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Kwankwaso, identified in the supplied account as the NDC’s vice-presidential candidate, said he was not worried about the ADC’s prospects, arguing that the party would struggle to secure substantial support in southern Nigeria while the NDC was making progress in the North.
“We are not worried about ADC because I am not sure they can win 25% anywhere in the South and as for the North, we are making tremendous progress,” he said.
The remarks underscore the growing competition among opposition political platforms seeking to build nationwide support before the next presidential election.
Kwankwaso expresses confidence in NDC’s regional support
Kwankwaso’s assessment centres on the importance of securing support across Nigeria’s diverse geopolitical regions.
His comments suggest that the NDC believes its prospects will depend partly on strengthening its presence in northern states while expanding its appeal elsewhere.
However, his prediction about the ADC’s ability to win votes in the South remains a political assessment rather than an established electoral outcome. The level of support each party ultimately attracts will depend on its candidates, campaign organisation, policy proposals and voter response.
The 2027 election is expected to feature competing arguments over economic management, security, employment and the performance of the current administration.
Opposition competition ahead of 2027
The ADC and NDC are among the political platforms seeking to position themselves as alternatives to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Their ability to translate political declarations into electoral strength will depend on building effective party structures, selecting candidates, mobilising supporters and presenting credible programmes to voters.
Regional support will be important, but a nationwide presidential contest also requires parties to appeal to voters across different states, communities and demographic groups.
Kwankwaso’s remarks therefore reflect both confidence in the NDC’s prospects and an attempt to frame the emerging contest in terms of regional political strength.
With the election still ahead, the relative strength of the parties will ultimately be tested through voter registration, campaign activities, candidate selection and, eventually, the ballots cast in 2027.