Human rights advocate and democracy campaigner, Omotayo Williams, has faulted the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over its decision to set its presidential nomination form at ₦100 million for the 2026 primary election.
Williams described the fee as a major contradiction to the party’s public image as a credible alternative for ordinary Nigerians, insisting that such a high cost shuts out grassroots politicians and reform-minded aspirants.
Reacting through his X handle, the activist argued that the development suggests the ADC may not be significantly different from the mainstream political parties it seeks to challenge.
His criticism followed the unveiling of the party’s primary timetable by former Senate President David Mark-led leadership, which detailed nomination costs, including certain concessions for women and young aspirants.
Despite the proposed discounts, the nomination fee has generated criticism across social media platforms, with many Nigerians questioning the party’s commitment to inclusiveness and democratic accessibility.
Williams, in a sharp remark, likened the ADC to an upgraded version of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), minus the influence of Nyesom Wike, a statement that has further stirred political debate online.
Political observers say the controversy once again highlights the growing influence of money in Nigeria’s political system, where exorbitant nomination fees often restrict participation to the wealthy elite.
As opposition forces continue to reposition ahead of the 2027 general election, the ADC’s pricing decision may test its credibility among citizens seeking genuine political alternatives.
The development has also reignited broader concerns over whether emerging political platforms can truly offer meaningful change or merely replicate the entrenched patterns of Nigeria’s traditional political establishment.
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