Governor Abdullahi Sule Dismisses ADC as Political Threat Ahead of 2027 Elections
Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has firmly dismissed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a negligible political threat in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections. In a recent interview on Channels Television's Politics Today, the governor asserted that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has no reason to feel threatened by an opposition party that does not control any state in Nigeria.
APC's Dominance and Shifting Opposition Narratives
Governor Sule addressed questions regarding the ADC's growing profile as a potential opposition platform, describing the narrative of a shifting opposition threat as a recurring political pattern. "At one point, they said the PDP is the strongest opposition to our party, and now it is the ADC. You will continue to see the goalpost shift," he stated.
He emphasized the APC's strong position, noting, "There is no problem whatsoever with our party. A party controlling 31 states cannot be scared of a party that does not control one state." This remark underscores the APC's current dominance across Nigeria's political landscape, which Sule believes insulates it from significant challenges by smaller parties like the ADC.
Strong Advocacy for State Policing to Combat Insecurity
Beyond political commentary, Governor Sule also tackled the critical issue of insecurity, which opposition parties have frequently highlighted. He acknowledged the severity of challenges such as terrorism and banditry but expressed strong confidence in state policing as the most effective long-term solution.
Revealing details from a recent National Economic Council (NEC) meeting, Sule said, "When we discussed it at the NEC level, about 35 out of 37 governors supported state policing. We agreed to move forward." This overwhelming support indicates a broad consensus among state leaders on the need for decentralized security measures.
Path Forward for State Policing Implementation
The governor outlined the necessary steps to implement state policing, which involves:
- Amending existing laws to allow for state-level police forces.
- Going through the National Assembly for legislative approval.
- Securing approval from state assemblies across the country.
"The process may take time, but there is strong belief in it across states, and Nasarawa is fully in support," Sule added. His endorsement reflects a growing push among governors to address security challenges through localized strategies, potentially reshaping Nigeria's security architecture in the coming years.
Governor Sule's comments highlight both the political confidence of the APC ahead of 2027 and the pragmatic approaches being considered to tackle Nigeria's persistent security issues, with state policing emerging as a key focal point for future reforms.
