ADC criticises APC and defends its presidential primary process
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed a parallel convention that produced Dumebi Kachikwu as its presidential candidate, calling it illegal and not recognised by the party’s leadership. Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, insisted that only the leadership headed by David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola is legitimate. The ADC emphasised its commitment to a transparent and competitive primary process, highlighting its verified membership figures. The party also accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of inflating its membership numbers ahead of the 2027 elections.
What we know
- Bolaji Abdullahi rejected the convention that produced Dumebi Kachikwu as the ADC’s presidential candidate, stating it lacked due process and official backing.
- The ADC claims to have 3,444,000 registered members, with figures submitted and verifiable through INEC.
- The party’s recognised leadership, according to Abdullahi, is headed by David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola.
- ADC leaders criticised the APC for allegedly inflating its membership numbers to influence perceptions ahead of the 2027 elections.
- The ADC’s ongoing presidential primary features three aspirants and is being supervised by INEC, with the party stressing transparency and adherence to electoral guidelines.
