Lawyer: INEC Lacks Power to Decide ADC Leadership Dispute

A legal practitioner, Nura Ahmad Muhammad, has said the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) lacks constitutional authority to determine the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), insisting that internal party disputes remain matters for judicial resolution. ⚖️ Speaking to journalists, Muhammad described the ongoing leadership crisis within the ADC as a common occurrence in […]
2027 Election: ADC Holds Peaceful Congress in Sokoto State

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has conducted its ongoing congress across several local government areas in Sokoto State, with party officials describing the exercise as peaceful and well-attended. The state chairman, Bello Isiaka, told journalists on Friday that members turned out in large numbers, including women and youths, to participate in the process across the […]
Timi Frank Calls for Sanctions on Nigerian Officials

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has called on the United States and the international community to impose sanctions on senior Nigerian government officials over alleged anti-democratic practices. Frank made the appeal in a statement on Friday, urging the U.S. government to consider visa restrictions, asset freezes, and […]
INEC Promotes Inclusive Voting Ahead of Osun Poll

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Osun State has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive participation for persons with disabilities ahead of the state’s governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Mutiu Agboke, gave the assurance on Tuesday in Osogbo during a sensitisation programme organised by the commission’s […]
ADC Chairman Disowns Mark, Aregbesola Appointments

Factional National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nafiu Bala, has distanced himself from the appointments of David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as interim leaders of the party, describing the process that produced them as unconstitutional. Bala confirmed that he attended a July 2025 event where the two were unveiled but said his presence […]
2027: Okonkwo Accuses INEC Chair of Misleading ADC

A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Kenneth Okonkwo, has accused the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Joash Amupitan, of making misleading remarks about the party’s planned congresses and national convention ahead of the 2027 elections. Okonkwo made the allegation in a statement posted on his X account on Friday while […]
APC Rejects ADC Claims Over Leadership Dispute

The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday dismissed allegations by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) that the ruling party was working to weaken the opposition ahead of the 2027 elections, describing the claims as misleading and politically motivated. Speaking at a press briefing, APC National Publicity Secretary Felix Morka and National Secretary Senator Surajudeen Ajibola […]
Melaye Alleges Tinubu Undermining 2027 Elections

Former Dino Melaye has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of not wanting the 2027 elections to take place, claiming that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is increasingly desperate. Speaking on Channels Television on Thursday morning, Melaye said the APC views the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the only opposition capable of mounting a significant […]
Frank Alleges Threat to Democracy Over INEC Action

Former Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Timi Frank, has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the ruling APC of taking steps he claims could destabilise Nigeria’s democratic system ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued Thursday, Frank also called on the United States government under […]
ADC Alleges APC Plot to Destabilise Party Leadership

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alleged a renewed attempt by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to destabilise its leadership amid ongoing political realignments within the opposition party. In a statement posted on X, ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi claimed that plans were underway to stage a protest in Abuja aimed at influencing […]