The African Democratic Congress (ADC) says that if elected in Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, it will scrap “security votes” and introduce tighter fiscal and governance controls. The party presents these pledges as part of a wider plan to reduce alleged waste and corruption, and to redirect public funds toward citizens’ welfare.
According to reporting, the ADC unveils a governance blueprint described as “The Orange Book” and highlights changes to security spending, including ending single-line budgeting for security votes. It says security-related funds would be subject to legislative oversight, approval, and auditing. The party also proposes stricter controls on official travel, including limits on large delegations and a ban on using government assets for private purposes.
While both outlets focus on the same core promises—ending security votes and improving accountability—their framing emphasizes different broader themes. Both link the proposals to fiscal discipline and transparency. The Nigerian Eye also details additional governance and economic commitments, including job-led growth, reducing monopolies and cronyism, and ensuring equal access to opportunities for youths, women, and people with disabilities, alongside criticism of the ruling APC’s leadership.
