A substantial crowd on Thursday accompanied the Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, to his ward, where he collected his membership card for the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

DAILY POST previously reported that El-Rufai departed from the Social Democratic Party (SDP) to join the ADC in anticipation of the highly awaited 2027 general elections.

The former governor received his ADC membership card at Ungwar Sarki Ward in Kaduna, Kaduna State.

The numerous supporters who joined him included his former appointees and loyal followers.

This event occurred just 48 hours after former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar officially registered as a member of the opposition party.

DAILY POST notes that El-Rufai, Atiku, and other opposition leaders are strategizing to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s administration in 2027, having adopted the ADC as their platform for the upcoming elections.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why did El-Rufai switch from the SDP to the ADC?

El-Rufai switched to the ADC as part of his strategy to prepare for the upcoming 2027 general elections.

Who accompanied El-Rufai during his membership card collection?

A large number of his former appointees and loyal supporters accompanied him during the event.

What is the significance of the ADC in the 2027 elections?

The ADC has been adopted by El-Rufai, Atiku, and other opposition leaders as their platform to challenge the current administration in the upcoming elections.