Politics

Nigerian Political Titan Babachir Lawal Joins NDC, Backs Obi-Kwankwaso Ticket

In a significant move ahead of the 2027 general elections, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). Lawal's defection comes three months after his exit from the ADC, solidifying his support for the Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket. This alliance signals a calculated shift in the political landscape, aligning a seasoned figure with a formidable opposition, as Lawal urges Nigerians to rally behind the NDC to address pressing national challenges.

InformationNG·September 22, 2026AI-curated

A former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Babachir Lawal, has joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress, three months after resigning from the African Democratic Congress over alleged manipulation of its presidential primary. Lawal announced his defection to the NDC in

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