By Engr. Bala Sufyan
ADC Chairman Kebbi State Chapter
Fellow citizens of Kebbi State and Nigerians at large,
I write to you not just as the Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kebbi State, but as a son of this land, a voice for the voiceless, and a witness to the rising tide of frustration sweeping across our towns, villages, and cities. The recent claim by Ahmed Idris, the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Nasir Idris, that our coalition is “dead on arrival” is not only laughable — it is the last cry of a drowning political empire that knows its time is up.
Let me be clear: what the APC fears is not our coalition’s slogan or structure, but its soul — a soul built on the genuine anger of ordinary people who have been ignored, exploited, and lied to for far too long. The ADC is not just alive; we are rising with the strength of the people, and come 2027, we will take back what truly belongs to them — their dignity, their safety, and their right to a government that works for them.
Our Strength Is Not in Slogans — It’s in the Streets
The APC says we lack grassroots presence. I ask them: when last did they walk the dusty roads of Kangiwa, talk to the struggling farmer in Yauri, or sit with grieving families in Zuru? The ADC lives where the people live. We are present in every ward and every local government. We do not rely on hired crowds or forced defections — our strength is organic, built on trust and performance.
When former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, joined our party on July 2, 2025, it was not just a political move. It was a powerful declaration that competent leaders are tired of watching from the sidelines while incompetence runs wild. Since his defection, our membership has surged across Birnin Kebbi, Argungu, Zuru, and beyond. These are not just statistics — these are people who believe change is not only possible, but urgent.
APC’s Legacy: Insecurity, Poverty, and Propaganda
The APC’s so-called achievements are paper-thin. They speak of strength in governance, but every corner of Kebbi tells a different story. From the north to the south of our state, insecurity remains a constant fear. Even their own party leader in Suru, the late Alhaji Bako Bala, was a victim of this lawlessness. What then is the fate of the ordinary citizen?
Floods have destroyed homes in Rafin Atiku because of years of neglected infrastructure. Promises of federal projects worth hundreds of billions remain just that — promises. What has the Sokoto-Badagry highway brought to Kebbi? Nothing. What happened to the N86.3 billion Malando-Ngaski-Wara Road? Forgotten. Instead, our youths are unemployed, our markets empty, and our families are struggling to eat.
This is not opposition politics. This is the truth — and it is lived daily by the people the APC claims to govern.
ADC’s Vision: Built on Integrity, Led by the People
Unlike the APC, our movement is not driven by personal interest or tribal loyalty. It is a coalition of conscience — one that includes experienced leaders like Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Nasir El-Rufai, Rotimi Amaechi, and David Mark, united in their resolve to rescue Nigeria.
We chose the ADC not because it was convenient, but because it stands for internal democracy, constitutional order, and people-focused governance. Our legal challenge at the Supreme Court against tenure extension within our party is proof of our commitment to these principles.
In Kebbi, our campaign is not built around motorcades and photo ops. It is built on sweat, sacrifice, and sincere dialogue with our people. Since May 2025, we’ve personally reached more than 50,000 households. We’ve listened to their fears and shared our plans — plans for better irrigation, community policing, business support, education, and real infrastructure.
With leaders like Malami, who has already brought transformative federal appointments and implemented people-oriented programs — including billions in SME loans and humanitarian outreach — we are not starting from scratch. We are building on a record that speaks for itself.
To the APC: The Time Has Come
This is my message to the APC: Kebbi people are not fools. They know when they are being used. They know when they are being deceived. And most importantly, they know when it is time to say, “Enough is enough.”
The ADC is not “dead on arrival.” We are the voice that won’t be silenced. We are the fire that won’t be extinguished. And in 2027, in sha Allah and by the power of the people, we will walk into the Government House not with arrogance, but with humility and the mandate of millions who have suffered long enough.
Let the APC continue to spin stories. We will continue to speak truth. Let them parade half-truths. We will parade the people. And in the end, the people will win — because they always do. ADC is the future that you fail to build.
ADC arise and shine Nigeria.
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