Coalition Dead On Arrival!” – Tukur Mohammed-Baba Blasts New Alliance

Tukur Mohammed-Baba, Publicity Secretary of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), has voiced deep concern over the internal crisis threatening the newly forming political coalition under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In an interview with ARISE News on Wednesday, Mohammed-Baba bluntly described the coalition as “dead on arrival,” criticizing it for prioritizing personalities over a clear policy agenda.

He lamented that rather than offering solutions to revive national institutions, rebuild the economy, and foster inclusivity, the coalition appears more preoccupied with power-sharing among political figures. According to him, this lack of focus on substantive governance risks alienating the electorate.

Mohammed-Baba also said the coalition’s reported infiltration by elements of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) aligns with Nigeria’s history of volatile political alliances. He referenced past political experiences—from the First Republic to attempts in 2011, 2015, and 2023—as examples of how such formations often unravel.

“This is just the beginning; a lot is still unfolding,” he said. “Given the nature of Nigerian politics and those behind this coalition, none of this is surprising.”

He noted that several key figures in the coalition have a history of switching parties over the past 16 years, and alleged that coercion has been used to pressure politicians into joining or aligning with the APC.

“I’ve spoken to people who believe this coalition is doomed from the outset,” he added, “because the ruling party will do everything possible to stir internal conflict and division.”

Offering his personal assessment, Mohammed-Baba said: “What we’ve seen so far is disappointing. There’s no clear vision, no coherent strategy. The discussions revolve around who will be president or who will get top positions—not about policies or national recovery.”

He concluded that unless the coalition shifts its focus from personalities to a well-defined ideological and policy-driven platform, it has little chance of success.

“Right now,” he said, “I don’t see anything substantial. The obsession with personalities is a familiar story in Nigerian politics—and it rarely ends well.”