ADC sets May 12, 2026 for state executives' inauguration
The African Democratic Congress has revealed plans to inaugurate its newly elected State Executives and chairmen. According to the party, the inauguration will take place on May 12, 2026, or a later date as decided by the National Working Committee. Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, congratulated the new officials and emphasized the importance of unity and commitment to party ideals. The announcement comes amid ongoing internal challenges and leadership disputes within the party.
Key takeaways
- The ADC has scheduled the formal inauguration of its newly elected State Executives for May 12, 2026, or another date to be announced by the National Working Committee.
- State congresses were recently held in states like Osun and Anambra, despite ongoing internal crises and leadership disputes.
- Bolaji Abdullahi praised the elections as a testament to the party’s commitment to internal democracy and transparency.
- The Independent National Electoral Commission derecognised the David Mark-led National Working Committee on April 1 after a Court of Appeal judgment.
- INEC has suspended monitoring of ADC congresses and conventions until a related court case is resolved, but the party proceeded with its state-level elections.
