The Middle Belt chapter of the Coalition for the Protection of Democracy (COPDEM), in collaboration with the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has announced plans to host a strategic conference aimed at shaping Nigeria’s political direction ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The conference is scheduled to hold on Friday, March 24, 2026, in , the capital of .
With the theme, “Nigeria at Crossroads: Building the Winning Coalition for 2027,” the gathering is expected to bring together key political stakeholders, civil society actors, youth leaders, and party loyalists from across the Middle Belt region and beyond.
The event will focus on forging unity, strengthening democratic institutions, and strategizing on coalition-building as momentum gradually builds toward the 2027 presidential election. Analysts believe the conference could play a crucial role in aligning regional interests with national political realities, particularly within the framework of the African Democratic Congress.
Participants are also expected to deliberate on issues of zoning, leadership credibility, and the need for a consensus-driven approach to candidate selection—factors widely seen as critical to mounting a formidable challenge in the next electoral cycle.
As Nigeria navigates complex socio-political and economic challenges, the outcome of this conference may signal the direction of emerging alliances and the readiness of opposition forces to consolidate power ahead of 2027.
