NPA Urges Northern Unity, Warns on Democratic Decline
The Northern Progressive Agenda (NPA) has called for greater unity and collaboration across Northern Nigeria, warning that weakening democratic institutions and a shrinking political space could undermine governance and long-term stability. In a statement signed by its National Secretary, Idris Ibrahim Kalgo, the group expressed concern over what it described as the erosion of credible […]
Rhodes-Vivour Questions Tinubu’s Foreign Trips Amid Economic Hardship
Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, former Labour Party governorship candidate for Lagos State and current African Democratic Congress (ADC) member, has raised concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s frequent foreign trips, arguing they provide limited benefits to Nigerians facing economic challenges. Speaking on Morning Brief on Channels TV on Tuesday, Rhodes-Vivour questioned the timing of Tinubu’s ongoing state visit […]
Fani-Kayode Criticizes Dele Momodu Over Tinubu-Abacha Comparison
Former Aviation Minister Femi Fani-Kayode has criticized media personality and African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain Dele Momodu for likening President Bola Tinubu to the late military ruler Sani Abacha. Momodu made the comparison during a Sunday interview, describing President Tinubu’s leadership style as dictatorial, remarks that have sparked debate across Nigeria’s political landscape. In a […]
ADC Criticises Governors Defecting to APC for Political Gains
A senior African Democratic Congress (ADC) official, Ladan Salihu, has criticised Nigerian governors who have defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), suggesting many now view Bola Tinubu as a “tin god” capable of securing their political future. Salihu made the comments on Monday during an appearance on The Morning Show on Arise Television. […]
ADC Adopts Consensus Method for Electing Party Executives
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced plans to adopt a consensus method for electing party executives ahead of its upcoming congresses and national convention. In a statement issued by factional National Chairman Nafiu Bala Gombe and Board of Trustees (BoT) Secretary Rufus Ikanmi, the party said the decision was intended to promote unity, inclusiveness, […]
ADC Emerges as Leading Opposition, More Defections Expected
Legal practitioner Kenneth Okonkwo has described the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as Nigeria’s leading opposition party, predicting that additional politicians will soon join its ranks. Okonkwo made the comments on Channels TV during a Friday morning briefing, noting that the party’s growth is not driven by access to government power or resources. “We’re not APC; […]
Okonkwo Alleges Assassination Attempt Over Edo Political Attack
A member of the National Working Committee of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has described the attack on former presidential candidate Peter Obi in Edo State as an attempted assassination and a politically motivated assault. Okonkwo made the allegation during an interview on Arise TV, saying he obtained details of the incident from […]
Court to Rule on Suit Seeking Deregistration of Four Parties
The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed March 24 to rule on a joinder application in a suit seeking the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party, Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) and Action Alliance (AA) over alleged non-compliance with constitutional requirements. The suit, filed by the Incorporated Trustees of the National Forum […]
ADC Chides APC Over Cross River Oil Wells Dispute
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River State, Austine Ibok, has criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) over what he described as its failure to resolve the protracted dispute between Cross River and Akwa Ibom states over 76 oil wells. The two states have been at odds since a 2012 […]
ADC Condemns Technical Failure at Gwarinpa Polling Unit
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the technical malfunction recorded at the Federal Staff Clinic Polling Unit in Gwarinpa, describing it as an incident that disenfranchised voters. Reports indicated that the accreditation machine at the polling unit developed a fault, preventing eligible voters from being properly accredited to cast their ballots. In a statement […]
