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As campaign gains omentum
By Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja
The presidential aspiration of Mohammed Hayatu-Deen continues to gather momentum, as he intensifies high-level stakeholder engagements across the country and actively supports the ongoing membership registration drive of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
In a major step to consolidate this growing national movement, Hayatu-Deen on Monday formally inaugurated 36 State Coordinators at his campaign office in Abuja, signalling a transition to full-scale grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The coordinators, drawn from all the six geopolitical zones, are expected to lead state-level organisation, expand the campaign’s footprint, and drive citizen engagement across communities.
Speaking at the inauguration, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen described the moment as a critical milestone in building a credible, nationwide alternative for Nigerians.
“What we are building is not just a campaign, it is a national movement anchored on competence, integrity, and results,” Hayatu-Deen said.
Continuing, he said, “As we continue to engage stakeholders across the country and support the ADC registration drive, this inauguration marks a decisive step in taking our message to every state, every community, and every Nigerian.”
He noted that the campaign’s growing traction reflects a rising demand among Nigerians for leadership that delivers.
His words “There is a clear mood across the country. Nigerians are looking for leadership that understands their struggles and is prepared to act. Our responsibility is to meet that expectation with seriousness, clarity, and a plan.”
Hayatu-Deen urged the newly appointed coordinators to remain focused on the issues that matter most to citizens.
“Our message must be disciplined and consistent. Nigerians want safety, they want opportunity, and they want a government that works for them. Your role is to take that message to the grassroots and build trust, one community at a time”, he said.
The ADC presidential aspirant also emphasised the importance of professionalism and unity within the campaign structure.
According to him, “This movement will be judged not only by what we say, but by how we organise and conduct ourselves. We must set a new standard for political engagement in Nigeria, one built on respect, ideas, and service.”
In his remarks, the National Coordinator, Comrade Usman Adamu Song, former General Secretary of NUPENG, said the inauguration represents a shift from vision to structured national mobilisation.
“Today is not just about appointments, it is about responsibility. Each of you represents the face of this movement in your state. You are the bridge between our vision and the Nigerian people,” he said.
He added, “This campaign is built on structure, discipline, and credibility. We are not here to make noise, we are here to organise, mobilise, and win. Every ward, every local government, every state must feel our presence.”
Comrade Song charged the coordinators to prioritise engagement, listening, and trust-building in their respective states.
“Our task is to connect with the people in a real way, to listen, to engage, and to earn their confidence. That is how strong political movements are built”, he stressed.
The inauguration of the 36 State Coordinators is expected to significantly strengthen the campaign’s nationwide structure and accelerate mobilisation efforts in the lead-up to the 2027 elections.
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