ADC raises alarm over alleged attempt to take over party in Cross River
The African Democratic Congress in Cross River State has accused unnamed individuals of trying to hijack the party’s structure. McFarlane Ejah, speaking on behalf of the state chairman John Oga, condemned moves to form a committee without the leadership’s approval. The party insists that only its recognised leadership can make such decisions and has vowed to resist any attempts to undermine its authority. Police intervened following reports of a clash between two party factions in Calabar.
Key takeaways
- McFarlane Ejah alleged that non-members were planning to inaugurate a committee across the state’s 18 local government areas without party approval.
- The party leadership was not consulted or involved in the composition of the alleged committee.
- Ejah stated that the party remains united under the leadership of John Oga and warned against attempts to hijack its structure.
- Police blocked the entrance to a meeting venue in Calabar after reports of a factional clash and deployed personnel to maintain order.
- The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, assured the public that the situation is under control and urged calm.
