The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally written to the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), assuring the emerging political association that the administrative procedures required for its registration are actively being processed.
The development is seen as a significant boost for the ADA, a new political movement seen by many as a potential third force coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections, with several prominent figures from the opposition working quietly behind the scenes.
In a letter dated June 27, 2025, with reference number INEC/DMPM/LRPP/785/II/89, signed by INEC Secretary Rose Oriaran-Anthony, the commission acknowledged receipt of ADA’s application for registration and stated that the request was being handled in line with the Electoral Act and the INEC Guidelines and Regulations for Political Party Registration (2022).
The letter was addressed to ADA’s protem national chairman, confirming that INEC was evaluating the documents submitted on June 19, 2025, and officially acknowledged on June 20, 2025.
According to the INEC letter, “The application is currently being processed and is receiving attention in accordance with the enabling constitutional and legal provisions.” This indicates that no final decision has been made yet and that ADA’s registration remains under consideration.
The All Democratic Alliance is reported to be drawing membership from politicians disenchanted with both the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the main opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP). The group has been in consultations with political stakeholders, civil society, and youth movements across the country, positioning itself as a platform for national unity, electoral reform, and inclusive governance.
While some analysts have labeled ADA an “anti-Tinubu coalition” due to its growing popularity among opposition voices, ADA leaders insist the party is focused on offering Nigerians a credible alternative and rebuilding trust in the democratic process.
With INEC's acknowledgment, ADA now awaits the next phase of evaluation which includes verification of membership spread and fulfillment of all regulatory requirements before it can be formally registered as a political party in Nigeria.
The coming weeks will reveal whether ADA succeeds in crossing the regulatory hurdles, but for now, the coalition has cleared a critical first step — official recognition of its application by Nigeria’s electoral body.