Ireti Kingibe joins ADC, targets AMAC in FCT council elections
Senator Ireti Kingibe has left the Labour Party to join the African Democratic Congress, marking a major shift ahead of the FCT area council elections. She officially registered as an ADC member at her Wuse Ward on August 1, 2024, emphasizing her focus on winning the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). Political observers believe her move could reshape the power dynamics in the FCT. ADC leaders say the party is now positioning itself as a strong alternative for upcoming elections.
Key takeaways
- Ireti Kingibe defected from the Labour Party to the ADC on August 1, 2024, ahead of the 2026 area council polls.
- She declared AMAC as the first battleground for the ADC, aiming to win all six FCT area councils.
- ADC leaders, including former National Chairman Ralph Nwosu, hailed her move as a boost to the party’s profile.
- The ADC unveiled its chairmanship and councillorship candidates, signaling readiness for the February 2026 elections.
- Party officials claim rising public dissatisfaction is fueling a broader realignment toward the ADC at both local and national levels.
