ADC insists on holding convention despite venue dispute
Dino Melaye, a former senator and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, has confirmed that the party’s national convention will proceed as planned at the Rainbow Event Centre in Abuja. This comes after allegations that the venue owner was pressured by the Federal Capital Development Authority and Minister Nyesom Wike to cancel the event. The party claims all payments and contracts for the venue were completed, and they refuse to be intimidated. Neither Wike nor the FCDA have responded to these allegations.
Key takeaways
- Dino Melaye stated the ADC convention will go ahead at the Rainbow Event Centre despite earlier concerns.
- Bolaji Abdullahi accused the FCDA and Nyesom Wike of pressuring the venue owner to revoke the booking.
- The party claims to have a signed contract and full payment for the venue, insisting the event will not be disrupted.
- Kola Ologbondiyan said the party struggled to secure a venue less than 24 hours before the convention, alleging sabotage.
- Nyesom Wike denied the allegations, stating no formal application was received and that Eagle Square is available to all who follow due process.
