The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Sokoto State has described the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a recycled political coalition that lacks the capacity to challenge the ruling party’s dominance in the state.

The APC said the ADC, regardless of the platform under which it operates, cannot wrest power from the party in the caliphate, insisting that the coalition would suffer a landslide defeat in future elections.

The state APC Chairman, Isah Sadik Achida, made the remarks on Thursday during an all-inclusive stakeholders’ meeting of party stalwarts and members in Tambuwal Local Government Area, Sokoto State.

The session was organised by the Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto Youths Contact, Mobilisation and Enlightenment Ambassadors as part of efforts to deepen the APC’s Renewed Hope Agenda ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Achida said individuals regrouping under the ADC were well-known political actors who had failed to deliver meaningful results to the people of Sokoto State, describing them as figures who had already exhausted their political relevance.

He maintained that the APC remains united, resilient and firmly positioned to retain power in the state, adding that no rebranded opposition alliance could undermine its growing support base.

“We all know them. They failed to deliver after 8 years.

“They have nothing new to present but rather than to further destroy the state”, he pointed out.

Achida added, “I leave the space for Sokoto people to judge with every honesty”, explaining that Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto has for the first time in the political history of the state, done beyond what his predecessor, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal did even in his home local government.

“The current APC governor has done a lot to the local government with visionary leadership of its leader, Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko in the provision of infrastructure and other basic facilities for the benefit of the people.

“He gave them the required priority in terms of appointments and governance”, he said urging members and all stakeholders to be steadfast and more united to fly the party’s flag for victory”, noting that the party knew how best to manage and keep it house attractive and resilient.

A party stalwart and Chief of Staff to the Governor, Aminu Dikko Tambuwal, who also spoke on behalf of Alhaji Umaru Nagwari Tambuwal, said Tambuwal town has benefited significantly across nearly all sectors since the inception of the current APC administration.

He commended the party’s youth and women wings for their dedication, describing their commitment to unity, brotherhood and perseverance as critical to the APC’s success in the area.

Tambuwal also highlighted the inclusive leadership style of Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko, whom he described as a unifying force and a key political pillar whose strategic leadership produced a resilient governor in Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, credited with repositioning Sokoto State.

“We are proud of the quality of governance in Sokoto State today. The people of Tambuwal Local Government have every reason to appreciate the governor for identifying with us in several areas of development and governance. This marks a clear departure from what we experienced under someone we regarded as our own, who completed his tenure without tangible impact,” he said.

He cited several empowerment and development initiatives that, according to him, have enabled many residents to become self-reliant through various trades.

Meanwhile, the Renewed Hope Agenda continues to gain momentum across the caliphate, with its action plans being rapidly implemented at the grassroots.

Local government coordinators, also known as ambassadors, were said to be driving the initiative’s expansion, particularly following the mass defection of opposition Peoples Democratic Party leaders and members from wards across Tambuwal Local Government Area to the ruling APC. (The Nation)