ADC South-West leaders defend Aregbesola, reject removal petition
Rauf Aregbesola has received strong support from the South-West leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who dismissed recent allegations and a removal petition against him. The zonal leaders insist the accusations are baseless and emphasize that the party’s National Executive Committee, not the National Secretary, approved candidates for the upcoming general elections. The group also criticized those behind the petition, linking them to previous internal disputes and legal battles. The ADC’s South-West leadership reaffirmed its loyalty to Akinbowale Omole and warned against impersonation of party officials.
Key takeaways
- The ADC’s South-West zonal leadership has publicly backed Rauf Aregbesola, rejecting calls for his removal as National Secretary.
- The group described the petitioners as “disgruntled elements” associated with Kachikwu Ibe and Leke Abejide, who recently lost a court case.
- Party leaders clarified that the National Executive Committee, not Aregbesola, approved the South-West candidates for the next general elections.
- The statement accused the petitioners of previously ignoring reconciliation efforts and violating the party’s constitution during congresses and primaries.
- The ADC reaffirmed that Akinbowale Omole remains the recognised South-West leader and warned against impersonation by rival factions.
