Chieftains of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Kabiru Turaki convened in Abuja on Wednesday for a closed-door meeting, sparking widespread speculation about a potential opposition coalition or merger ahead of the 2027 general elections. The gathering, which included prominent figures such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, occurred amidst ongoing leadership crises within both parties. The ADC is currently involved in a legitimacy battle at the Federal High Court, while the PDP faces internal divisions. The meeting is viewed by analysts as a strategic effort to consolidate opposition against the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), with a source indicating the discussions centered on party survival and avoiding fragmentation. The David Mark-led ADC faction also submitted a petition to INEC demanding the resignation of its Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan (SAN), citing alleged partisan conduct and constitutional breaches.