Dominic Alancha, a prominent leader within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the head of the Northern Ethnic Nationality Forum (NENF), has issued a strong warning ahead of the 2027 general elections: the ruling party’s chances could be seriously undermined if key opposition figures unite especially under the current Muslim-Muslim ticket structure.
Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Alancha addressed growing political momentum around a possible alliance between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and former Anambra Governor Peter Obi, both of whom collectively garnered over 12 million votes in the 2023 election.
“In 2027, the dynamics may not be the same as what happened in 2023. If Peter Obi and Atiku can align and agree on a single ticket, it’s going to deplete our support base significantly,” Alancha said. “At the table, they already have over 13 to 14 million votes.”
On July 2, 2025, Atiku, Obi, ex-Senate President David Mark, and others including former ministers Rauf Aregbesola and Rotimi Amaechi formally adopted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as their coalition platform to challenge President Bola Tinubu.
This political move comes amid increasing public dissatisfaction with Tinubu’s administration, especially concerning economic hardship, rising inflation, and the cost of living.
Alancha emphasized that sticking with a Muslim-Muslim ticket as the APC did in 2023 with President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima would be politically dangerous in this new landscape.
“If the Muslim-Muslim ticket is retained, it will pose a serious threat and deplete our support base. The opposition is not asleep. If Obi and Atiku come together, that’s close to 14 million votes against our eight million in 2023,” he warned.
Alancha also echoed previous NENF warnings that the 2023 ticket alienated northern Christians and limited the APC’s appeal nationwide. He stressed that early preparation and inclusive ticket restructuring are essential for the party’s survival.
Jonathan’s Silent Comeback?
Alancha also addressed rising speculation around former President Goodluck Jonathan’s potential return to the political arena. Though Jonathan has not publicly declared any intent to run, Alancha claimed internal lobbying and northern support for his comeback are intensifying.
“Jonathan is around the corner. Nobody should wave that aside. There are powerful interests in the North pushing for his return. In fact, it’s becoming a cult-like agenda,” he stated.
He believes that a ballot featuring Jonathan, Atiku, and Obi could seriously damage the APC’s prospects if it doesn’t adjust its strategy.
“If Jonathan is on the ballot, and Atiku and Obi are also there, believe me, the Muslim-Muslim ticket is not going to fly. We need a balanced ticket,” he advised.
As 2027 approaches, the political temperature continues to rise, with the opposition gaining momentum and key players signaling readiness for what could be a fiercely contested election.
