In what many describe as ‘the ADC tsunami’
the entire structure of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Yobe State has collapsed into the African Democratic Congress (ADC), leaving only the party’s Acting National Chairman, Umar Iliya Damagum, as the last man standing in the state.
The ADC’s takeover of PDP structures is part of a broader coalition-building effort ahead of the 2027 general elections. Reports indicate that PDP executives in Gombe and Adamawa states have also pledged loyalty to ADC, as the movement gains unprecedented traction across the North.
Confirming the development, Paul Ibe, media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, said:
“The movement is gaining traction. A traction that will provide direction to ensure the coalition evolves into a formidable, robust, and viable platform.”
He described the coalition’s struggles as similar to newly married couples adjusting to each other, noting that with patience, they will become stronger and more united.
Political analysts say the defection has reduced PDP in Yobe to a shadow of its past glory, leaving Umar Damagum alone amidst its collapsed northern structure.
As the ADC steps up efforts to woo top politicians from PDP and APC, the mass defection in Yobe is a clear indicator of PDP’s deepening crisis, as the ADC continues to position itself as a formidable third force. Analysts warn that if this trend continues, the PDP may enter the 2027 elections significantly weakened in its northern strongholds.
For now, the image of Umar Damagum standing as the lone prominent PDP figure in Yobe paints a sorrowful picture of a party struggling to hold on to its fading influence.