Two former ministers in the immediate administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari have resigned membership of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to join the coalition.
The two ministers are a former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami and a former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi.
The former ministers dumped the ruling party on Wednesday.
They resigned from the ruling party a few hours after the opposition coalition led by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar unveiled the interim executive committee for the adopted platform, African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The duo of former Senate President, David Mark and ex-Osun State governor, Rauf Aregbesola, were picked as the party’s chairman and secretary respectively at a meeting held in Abuja.
In a statement in Abuja, Malami announced his switch to the ADC.
He described the ADC as the party of choice for a coalition committed to pulling Nigeria back from the brink of collapse.
“This is not a decision made out of anger or ambition, but one inspired by love for our nation and concern for the hardship our people are facing daily.
“Insecurity has taken over our homes, especially in the North.
“Banditry, kidnappings, and terrorism have become part of our lives while the government prioritises politics over the safety of its citizens.
“Our economy is in shambles. The poor can no longer feed their families. Jobs are disappearing.
“Instead of focusing on real solutions, the government is consumed by propaganda and political distractions,” the ex-AGF stated.