Former Minister of Interior and ex-Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has officially spoken out for the first time since his appointment as the Interim National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the new platform adopted by the National Opposition Coalition Group ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a passionate acceptance speech released on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 via his X handle, Aregbesola pledged to restore the soul of the party and refocus Nigerian politics on true public service rather than seasonal promises. His appointment marks a significant turning point in the country’s political landscape, especially as the opposition prepares to mount a serious challenge to the ruling party in the upcoming elections.
Breaking his silence, Aregbesola declared that the ADC must become the party that does not just talk about public education but actually builds schools. He emphasized the importance of real solutions to insecurity, job creation, and a genuine commitment to everyday governance, not just campaign-season rhetoric.
“This is not an easy task. It will take time. It will demand sacrifice. But it can be done,” Aregbesola stated, signaling a readiness to lead transformative change within the opposition and across the nation.
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Calling for collective responsibility and grassroots engagement, Aregbesola urged Nigerians to go beyond verbal support. He invited them to hold him accountable, challenge his decisions when necessary, and stand with him as he works to rebuild the party into a credible political force.
Observers say his emergence as Interim National Secretary is a bold step by the Coalition to inject experience, discipline, and vision into the opposition movement. With Aregbesola’s track record in public service and governance, the ADC now appears poised to rebrand itself as a viable alternative to the current political establishment.
As the 2027 elections draw closer, Aregbesola’s appointment and his message of reform are expected to spark renewed interest in the ADC and reposition the party at the forefront of national discourse. His call for a politics of sacrifice, results, and real development may well be the catalyst for a new political era in Nigeria.
