A faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has distanced the party leadership from recent remarks by Hon. Leke Joseph Abejide, who publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid.
The announcement was made on Sunday in Abuja by the factional National Chairman, Nafiu Gombe, during a press conference.
“That statement does not reflect the position of the African Democratic Congress as a determined opposition party. We clearly reject any association with it and reaffirm our stance as a strong force in Nigeria’s political space,” Gombe stated.
Abejide, representing Yagba Federal Constituency in Kogi State, had argued during a Channels Television interview that opposition parties could not defeat the APC in 2027 by simply combining their 2023 vote totals. He also dismissed fears among Northern Christians about Tinubu’s presidency, saying such concerns had proven unfounded.
Despite leadership disputes, Abejide maintained that the ADC remains open to new members, provided they join through proper channels.
The ADC also inaugurated zonal, state, and appeal congress committees across the country as part of efforts to strengthen party structures and ensure smooth congresses ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Gombe explained that the committees will oversee congresses at zonal, state, local government, and ward levels, ensuring strict compliance with the ADC constitution and the Electoral Act.
“These committees are tasked with enforcing constitutional compliance, implementing congressional guidelines, and upholding electoral regulations, including voting procedures, ballot handling, and the declaration of results,” he said.
Gombe urged members to remain united in building a credible opposition platform despite ongoing internal disputes.
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