The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed claims that any politician has a guaranteed shot at its presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general election, stressing that the party has not anointed any aspirant.

This clarification comes amid growing speculation that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and the Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi—both recently linked to the ADC—are positioning themselves for the party’s presidential nomination. While Atiku’s camp has remained tight-lipped about his intentions, supporters of Obi under the Obedient Movement have been vocal in insisting that the former Anambra State governor would not accept a subordinate role in any political arrangement.

Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said the party has not begun discussions on who will emerge as its presidential flagbearer or running mate. He emphasized that all interested party members would have equal opportunities when the process eventually begins.

Abdullahi explained that the party’s preferred approach would be to build consensus among stakeholders in line with its broader goal of forming a strong, united coalition capable of winning elections. However, he noted that if consensus proves impossible, the ADC would conduct a fully competitive primary.

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According to him, such a primary would be open, transparent, and conducted strictly in line with the party’s rules. He added that Nigerians would clearly see the ADC’s commitment to internal democracy, accountability, and respect for due process when the time comes to choose its candidate for 2027.