The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has postponed its presidential campaign flag-off earlier scheduled to hold in Sokoto State.
The event, which was to mark the formal commencement of ADC’s 2027 presidential campaign activities, has now been shifted to November 4, 2026 in Sokoto, according to Vanguard and Punch.
Party sources cited logistics and further consultations among coalition leaders. ADC is the platform adopted by opposition coalition including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai and others.
Presidency Debunks Election Postponement:
The Presidency has described as fake news reports alleging that the Federal Government is planning to shift the January 16, 2027 presidential election over Ebola concerns.
Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said there is no such plan.
INEC had fixed:
- Jan 16, 2027 – Presidential and National Assembly
- Feb 6, 2027 – Governorship and State Assembly
The fake report claimed FG wanted to postpone elections due to Ebola outbreak, after US Embassy issued health alert in Nigeria and 44 contacts were traced in recent scare. Government said 46 contacts placed on No-Fly list as precaution, but situation under control, no nationwide outbreak.
INEC Chairman Prof Joash Amupitan is expected to appear before House of Representatives within 7 days to brief on 2027 preparedness.