In a major political development, former Cross River State Governor H.E. Donald Duke has officially resigned from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Duke’s decision, announced today, signals further turbulence within the party as Nigeria’s opposition landscape undergoes rapid realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In his resignation statement, Duke cited a lack of respect for the Southern region by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as a key reason for his departure. “Atiku has no respect for the South,” Duke stated, underscoring ongoing tensions over zoning, inclusivity, and leadership within Nigeria’s major opposition parties.
Duke, a prominent advocate for national unity and democratic reforms, ended his statement with a call for hope and change: “A New Nigeria Is POssible.” His departure is expected to impact political alliances in the South and may influence the strategies of other high-profile figures within the ADC and beyond.
Observers say Duke’s exit adds to the growing wave of defections and leadership disputes in the build-up to the 2027 polls, as politicians and stakeholders reposition themselves for the next phase of Nigeria’s political journey.
