63% poverty rate shows Tinubu’s economic policies have failed – ADC
The opposition party, African Democratic Congress (ADC), has criticised the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, saying the reported rise in Nigeria’s poverty rate to 63 percent shows that the administration’s approach has not improved citizens’ welfare. The party said the figure reflects the growing hardship faced by many Nigerians in recent years. In […]
Osun 2026: APC’s Oyebamiji names Adereti running mate
In a letter dated March 4, 2026, and signed by the INEC Secretary, Rose Oriaran-Anthony, the commission forwarded the final list of candidates nominated by the 14 political parties cleared for the election. The letter, titled “Forwarding of Final List of Candidates for the 2026 Osun State Governorship Election,” stated: “The approved timetable and schedule […]
ADC To File Complaints Against APC At ECOWAS Court Over Edo Attack
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced plans to file a complaint against the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the ECOWAS Court of Human Rights over an alleged attack in Benin, Edo State. The party said the incident involved Peter Obi and other political figures during a visit to the state. Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator […]
ADC denounce attack on Peter Obi, others in Benin
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned the reported attack on Peter Obi and other political figures in Benin, Edo State. The incident allegedly occurred shortly after a party event in the state capital. Party members described the development as troubling and dangerous for Nigeria’s democracy. Yunusa Tanko, national coordinator of the Obidient Movement, […]
2027: El-Rufai’s son gives condition to dump APC
Bello El-Rufai, federal lawmaker and son of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has addressed speculation about a possible defection from the All Progressives Congress (APC) before the 2027 general elections. Responding to a social media user urging him to join the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Bello dismissed the idea, stressing that online pressure does […]
Rivers bye-election: PDP, LP, ADC do not have candidates — Electoral commissioner, Yomere
The Resident Electoral Commissioner in Rivers State, Professor Gabriel Yomere, has confirmed that the upcoming bye-elections for Khana Constituency 2 and Ahoada East Constituency 2 will go ahead as planned. According to him, the exercise will take place on February 21 despite the absence of candidates from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), […]
Ex-PDP Chieftain, Fabiyi Emerges ADC Deputy National Financial Secretary
A former chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Oladimeji Fabiyi, has officially taken up a new role in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the Deputy National Financial Secretary. His nomination was approved during the party’s Southwest zonal caucus meeting held in Ibadan. Alongside Fabiyi, several other party officials had their nominations ratified […]
ADC: There won’t be zoning in presidential primaries — El-Rufai
Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has said the African Democratic Congress (ADC) will not adopt zoning or any form of consensus arrangement in its presidential primaries ahead of the next general elections. According to him, the party wants a level playing field where all interested aspirants can freely contest. Speaking during an interview on […]
ADC forms 50-member committee to shape party policy, manifesto
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has set up a 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee to guide the party’s policy framework and manifesto ahead of national elections. The move was approved by the party’s National Working Committee and formally endorsed by National Chairman, Senator David Mark. The committee brings together Nigerians from […]
Suspended ADC member gives party 14-day ultimatum, threatens legal action
A suspended member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the party’s leadership, warning that he will take legal action if his suspension is not reversed. The move has sparked fresh debate about internal democracy within the party. In a statement made available to the public, the affected member described […]