ADC calls for El-Rufai’s release and extends party leadership
The African Democratic Congress has demanded the immediate release of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, labelling him a “prisoner of conscience.” The party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) made this call during its recent meeting in Abuja. The NEC also approved major organisational changes and ratified the outcomes of its primary elections. The ADC’s actions come as the party positions itself for the next general elections.
Key takeaways
- The ADC’s NEC called for the immediate release of Nasir El-Rufai, describing him as a victim of political persecution.
- The committee ratified the results of recent primaries, except those with pending appeals as of May 29, 2026, and those yet to be concluded.
- The NEC approved a one-year extension for the National Working Committee’s tenure to maintain continuity in party leadership.
- Caretaker committees were constituted at zonal, state, local government, and ward levels for 12 months.
- The party’s leadership urged members to remain united and present the ADC as a credible alternative for Nigerians.
