A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by David Mark on Wednesday met with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction headed by Kabiru Turaki in Abuja, amid deepening crises within both opposition parties.
The meeting, was focused on possible political realignments ahead of the 2027 general election, which has drawn several high-profile political figures.
On Mark’s side are Atiku Abubakar, Rabiu Kwankwaso, Aminu Tambuwal, Abubakar Malami, Rotimi Amaechi, and Peter Obi.
Representing the Turaki-led PDP faction are Seyi Makinde, Babangida Aliyu, Jerry Gana, and Adolphus Wabara.
Sources said the talks are part of efforts to explore a united opposition front ahead of the next presidential election.
The meeting comes against the backdrop of internal turmoil within the ADC, which has been engulfed in leadership disputes since July 2025 when an opposition coalition assumed control of the party.
The crisis worsened last week after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) withdrew recognition from the Mark-led leadership and the faction associated with Nafiu Bala, citing a court of appeal judgment and ongoing litigation.
INEC also said it would not participate in any meetings or activities organised by either faction pending the resolution of the case at the federal high court.
Further complicating matters, the ADC State Chairmen Forum recently rejected both factions and announced an interim committee to manage party affairs ahead of a national convention.
Meanwhile, the PDP is also grappling with internal divisions.
In March, a rival faction backed by Nyesom Wike installed Abdulrahman Mohammed and Samuel Anyanwu as national chairman and secretary, respectively.
The Turaki-led faction has since approached the Supreme Court seeking to stop the Wike-backed group from conducting an elective national convention.
The Abuja meeting is seen by observers as a critical step that could shape opposition politics and alliances ahead of the 2027 elections.
