A former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, has cautioned leading aspirants eyeing the 2027 presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) against actions capable of destabilising the party.

Tambuwal gave the warning while addressing party leaders and delegates at the ADC national convention, urging aspirants to subordinate personal ambitions to the collective interest of the party and the nation.

His admonition comes amid growing tension and a sustained war of words among supporters of top contenders over who is best suited to fly the party’s flag in 2027.

Those who have indicated interest in the ADC presidential ticket include former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar; former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi; ex-Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso; and former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.

Speaking directly to the aspirants, Tambuwal stressed the importance of unity, noting that the coming together of key political figures under one platform should not be undermined by personal rivalries.

“It is about unity of purpose and ambition for this country. It is not about an individual; it is about our vision and collective desire to rescue Nigeria,” he said.

He further urged party stakeholders to make sacrifices where necessary in order to preserve cohesion within the ADC.

“No sacrifice will be too great. At the appropriate time, we will engage one another as brothers and co-travellers in the interest of this country, not personal ambition,” he added.

The former Speaker of the House of Representatives also described the current political climate as challenging, warning that actions of some leaders were putting Nigeria’s democracy under strain.

Tambuwal, who also spoke on the role of the judiciary, cautioned judges against compromising their integrity, drawing a historical parallel with the controversial ruling that halted the June 12, 1993 presidential election.

Referencing the annulled poll widely believed to have been won by the late Moshood Abiola, he warned judicial officers to resist external influence that could undermine democratic processes.

“History will judge all of us by our actions. Those in positions of authority must remain accountable and conscious of the consequences of their decisions,” he stated.

He concluded by urging all stakeholders to remain committed to the shared goal of repositioning the country, insisting that the ADC must remain united to achieve its mission.