Babachir Lawal, a former Special Adviser on Finance (SGF), has officially joined the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). The political figure announced his new affiliation while explicitly declaring his support for the 2027 presidential ticket featuring Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso.
Lawal’s entry into the NDC marks a significant shift in his political trajectory, occurring just three months after his departure from the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This timeline highlights a rapid realignment of his political alliances in the lead-up to the next general elections.
The declaration of support for the Obi-Kwankwaso pairing positions Lawal squarely within the NDC’s strategic framework for the 2027 polls. By aligning himself with this specific ticket, he reinforces the party’s core leadership structure and its candidate slate for the upcoming electoral cycle.
As a former senior advisor, Lawal’s move is expected to draw attention to the NDC’s efforts to consolidate support among influential political figures. His transition from the ADC to the NDC underscores the fluid nature of political affiliations in Nigeria’s current landscape.
The NDC, currently led by President Bola Tinubu’s opposition counterparts, continues to court prominent figures to strengthen its base ahead of the 2027 elections. Lawal’s endorsement adds another layer of high-profile support to the party’s campaign machinery.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>