Former Minister of State for Education, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 presidential election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The former minister, who previously served as a member of the House of Representatives, is expected to leverage his experience in governance, legislation, and public service to advance his presidential ambition under the ADC banner.
Nwajiuba’s entry into the contest signals his return to frontline national politics, positioning the former lawmaker as one of the early aspirants seeking to challenge the dominance of the major political parties ahead of the next general election.
According to him, Nigeria’s current challenges require leadership driven by clear policies, effective negotiation skills, and a strong grassroots political structure rather than rhetoric.
In a statement issued on Monday, the former minister years in the legislature, the executive arm of government, and key national institutions have equipped him with a broad understanding of governance and public finance.
Nwajiuba’s entry into the race under the ADC platform will definitely add a new dimension to the evolving presidential contest, particularly as smaller parties seek to present alternative leadership choices to Nigerians.
The statement read, “Nwajiuba, a seasoned lawyer called to the Nigerian Bar in 1989 and a former Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), enters the race with a message anchored on what he describes as a “competence-first” approach to leadership.
“His declaration signals the entry of a candidate who is positioning experience, policy depth, and institutional knowledge at the centre of national governance.
“With his declaration, Nwajiuba joins a growing list of aspirants aiming to shape the national conversation ahead of the next general election, as debates around competence, experience, and inclusive governance continue to gain momentum.”
