According to a report by Arise News on Monday, April 6, 2026, Dele Momodu, chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, and publisher of Ovation International, has alleged that the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, has never intended to tolerate a strong opposition in Nigeria.
He claimed that the administration is using certain individuals strategically to undermine democratic movements and destabilise opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
His remarks highlight ongoing concerns about the political environment and the challenges faced by opposition parties in navigating internal and external pressures.
Momodu made the comments while reacting to the Independent National Electoral Commission’s, INEC, handling of the leadership dispute within the ADC.
The dispute involves competing claims over the party’s leadership and the recognition of factions, which has created uncertainty within the party.
He suggested that the current political climate is being shaped in a way that limits the effectiveness of opposition groups and impedes their ability to operate freely in Nigeria’s democratic system..…Read The Complete; Full Original Here.