Usman Okai, a prominent figure in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has publicly urged key opposition leaders, including Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, to leave the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and transition to the ADC as Nigeria approaches essential ward congresses. His statement reflects the growing tensions and disagreements within the PDP following its recent national convention and the subsequent legal controversies that ensued.

The call for a mass exit from the PDP comes against the backdrop of a turbulent political climate, as the party grapples with internal strife and leadership challenges. The PDP has found itself ensnared in legal battles after its national convention held in November 2025, which has drawn scrutiny and various legal complaints, culminating in a recent Court of Appeal decision that restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission from accepting the convention's outcomes. This ruling has highlighted the party's ongoing instability and has left its future leadership in limbo.

Okai's appeal extends beyond the two governors to include members of the PDP Governors’ Forum and a faction led by Kabiru Turaki. With the ADC positioning itself as an alternative to the beleaguered PDP, this call appears to be part of a broader strategy to consolidate opposition against the ruling party, by enticing significant political figures amid a critical period leading up to future elections. This could potentially reshape the political landscape in Nigeria if these leaders decide to shift their allegiance.