Umar Ardo
Dr. Umar Ardo is a prominent Nigerian politician and the Convener of the League of Northern Democrats. He has played a significant role in the recent coalition discussions aimed at reforming political strategies in Northern Nigeria. At a meeting in Abuja, he announced the coalition's decision to explore either forming a new political party or merging with an existing one, highlighting his commitment to addressing the pressing issues facing the region, including poverty and insecurity.
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Umar Ardo is a former aide to ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo and convener of the League of Northern Democrats.
Keyamo mocks anti-Tinubu coalition: ADC's failed alliance at
Nigeria· 2025-06-21
Umar Ardo is a former aide to President Olusegun Obasanjo and part of the coalition.
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Umar Ardo is the convener of the League of Northern Democrats and a key figure in the coalition.
New Party Seeks INEC RegistrationNigeria· 2025-06-20
Umar Ardo, a former Adamawa governorship candidate, believes that the opposition can unseat President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections by forming a new political party.
How opposition can win — Ex-Adamawa candidateNigeria· 2025-06-04Umar Ardo is the convener of the League of Northern Democrats advocating for a new party.
Shekarau, others seek new party for Atiku’s coalitionNigeria· 2025-06-01
Dr Umar Ardo is the convener of the League of Northern Democrats, supporting the National Opposition Coalition Group.
APC backs Tinubu, opposition searches for strong competitorNigeria· 2025-05-23
Dr Umar Ardo is the Convener of the League of Northern Democrats.
Amaechi, Imoke head anti-Tinubu coalition committeesNigeria· 2025-05-23
Dr Umar Ardo is the Convener of the League of Northern Democrats.
Atiku, El-Rufai-led coalition to choose platform May 30Nigeria· 2025-05-22