2027: ADC divided over Amaechi’s endorsement as S-South consensus candidate

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The ADC's South-South zonal leaders met in Benin, Edo State, where some officials said former Governor Rotimi Amaechi was adopted as the zone’s consensus presidential candidate for 2027, while others disputed that claim. Vice‑chairman Usani Uguru Usani asserted unanimous endorsement, deputy publicity secretary Jackie Wayas said no endorsement occurred, and the Obidient Movement also denied any consensus. Chief John Odigie‑Oyegun posted a video suggesting the leaders agreed to support Amaechi, but attempts to confirm the endorsement with Amaechi and Odigie‑Oyegun were unsuccessful. The disagreement highlights uncertainty over the ADC’s candidate selection ahead of the 2027 presidential election, and the party is expected to clarify its position in upcoming meetings.

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Reported by 6 sources: Vanguard, The Nation, Punch Nigeria, The Nation, new_telegraph, Daily Trust. Also confirmed by Blueprint.