ADC SUPPORTERS STORM LAGOS AIRPORT TO WELCOME AREGBESOLA
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By: Sefiu Ajape
Supporters of Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, recently appointed as the National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), gathered in large numbers at the Lagos airport on Friday evening to welcome him back from Abuja.
The former Minister of Interior was seen amidst a jubilant crowd of loyalists, many donning bright orange caps — a symbol of unity and renewed political momentum.
Aregbesola’s appointment comes as the ADC positions itself as a transformative political force ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking on his new role, Aregbesola expressed admiration for South Africa’s African National Congress (ANC), describing it as a party defined by vision and integrity — qualities he believes are missing in most Nigerian political parties.
“The ANC is not perfect, but it stands for something. It was forged in resistance, sharpened by vision, and led by men and women who believe in justice, dignity, equality, inclusivity of all interests, and true freedom. It has character. It has soul,” he said.
“Sadly, in Nigeria today, we cannot say the same about many of our political parties. Our political landscape is plagued by parties that lack ideological depth. They are empty shells emerging and splitting, not over policy or principle, but over power and personality,” he added.
The ADC, backed by big political figures including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, and ex-Senate President David Mark, is being positioned as a strong opposition force to unseat President Bola Tinubu in 2027.
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