After weeks of strategic deliberations, the Nigeria National Coalition Group (NNCG) has formally submitted an application to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for the registration of a new political party to be known as the All Democratic Alliance (ADA).
A copy of the application letter, dated June 19, 2025, and stamped as received by INEC on June 20, was sighted by Vanguard in Abuja on Friday. The letter was signed by the Protem National Chairman of the association, Chief Akin A. Rickets.
Titled “Application For Registration As A Political Party,” the letter reads in part:
“We respectfully write to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, requesting the registration of our association, the All Democratic Alliance, ADA, as a political party.
This is sequel to the decision taken by the Nigerian National Coalition Group to sponsor our association for full registration.”
According to the application, the proposed party will operate under the acronym ADA, with the slogan “Justice for All.” The letter also noted that the party’s national secretariat address is listed on the association’s letterhead.
In line with INEC requirements, the group enclosed a set of documents including the party’s logo, flag, manifesto, constitution, and minutes of meetings. The logo features symbolic party colours and a depiction of corn (maize) representing growth and sustenance.
“Our manifesto outlines our ideology, while our constitution provides the legal and structural framework of the party, in alignment with Section 40 and 222 of the Constitution, Section 75 of the Electoral Act (2022), and global democratic principles,” the statement added.
Coalition Members and Political Backdrop
The NNCG is made up of high-profile political figures considered part of the growing anti-Tinubu coalition, including:
- Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar
- Former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi
- Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai
- Convener of the League of Northern Democrats, Dr. Umar Ardo, among others.
Initially, the group considered adopting an existing political party platform, with both the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Social Democratic Party (SDP) vying for adoption. However, concerns over internal crises and legal disputes within these parties prompted a shift in strategy.
A committee, chaired by Rotimi Amaechi, was mandated to explore the possibility of forming a new political platform. The committee submitted its report about a week ago, recommending the registration of a fresh political party where all members would start on equal terms.
With the application now before INEC, all eyes are on the commission for the next steps in what could become a major shakeup in Nigeria’s political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.