Politics
Ebonyi ADC Leadership Rebuts Defection Rumours
The leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ebonyi State has dismissed speculations of defection among its key members, urging party faithful to remain calm, united and focused on its democratic objectives.
In a statement issued on Saturday in Abakaliki, the State Chairman of the party, Dr. Mrs. Jennifer Adibe Nwafor, described the rumours as unfounded and aimed at creating disaffection within the party’s ranks.
The statement came amid growing political realignments and speculations across party lines ahead of future elections
She reassured members that the leadership of the ADC in the state remains intact and committed to advancing the party’s vision of rebuilding Nigeria through credible democratic processes.
“This is a moment that calls for calmness, peace, and progressive reasoning from us all. At this time, our unity and focus matter more than ever,” she said.
Nwafor emphasised that no leader of the party in Ebonyi State had defected, stressing that the ADC remains resolute in its mission to provide purposeful leadership and deepen democratic values in the country.
According to her, the party is determined to champion credible leadership that would reflect the will and welfare of the Nigerian people, noting that its collective aspiration to reposition the country remains unwavering.
She further called on members and supporters to disregard divisive rumours and remain vigilant, warning against misinformation capable of undermining party cohesion.
“Our leaders are not abandoning the ADC. We are here to stay, to fight for democracy, and to ensure the emergence of a government that truly reflects the will of the people,” she stated.
The chairman urged party members to close ranks and strengthen grassroots mobilisation efforts as part of preparations for future electoral engagements.
She reiterated that unity within the party would be critical to achieving its broader objective of national renewal and democratic consolidation.
An All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu, has disclosed that President Bola Tinubu gave him the green light to resign and contest the gubernatorial election.
Disclosing that he’s the only true son of Tinubu in Oyo State, Adelabu said the president promised to facilitate consensus candidate.
Addressing his supporters, the former Minister said he has not endorsed a specific candidate yet.
He said: “INEC said it’s March 31, I traveled then and the person that appointed me, I would see him before resigning and that was why I delayed it to leave time to see him (Tinubu).
“He also gave the opportunity for Sakotun and Sakosi to create an opportunity to see him and that was why I saw the president last week. We can’t lie against the president in public, it’s not possible, he would hear.
“Tinubu said Bayo the time has come, we had an agreement, you have been on this for long, this young ambition of yours. In as much as I love to have you around me, I will not stop you from pursuing your ambition; resign as Minister and go start work immediately, by God’s grace that’s what Tinubu told me.
“President Tinubu gave me the green light to contest in Oyo and promised to facilitate a consensus. However, he has not endorsed a specific candidate yet.
“He said if a consensus fails, he will call for a direct primary. Make no mistake: I am the only true ‘son of Asiwaju’ in Oyo State.”
The Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga has described the exit of former Anambra Governor, Peter Obi as another example of political opportunism ahead of the 2027 elections.
DAILY POST had reported that Obi announced his resignation on Sunday through his verified X account.
In his statement, the former Labour Party presidential candidate said the same Nigerian state and its agents that created what he described as unnecessary crises and hostility within the Labour Party which forced his exit now appear to be finding their way into the ADC.
In a reaction to this on his X handle Onanuga Bayo said, “We told you so. The political nomad is on the move again. Ignore all those puerile reasons he gave in these illogical musings, a self-serving letter to his mob. Peter Obi is a politician made of jelly, an opportunistic fellow.
“He can’t fight Atiku or Amaechi for the ticket of ADC. He pursues the easy road, that will only lead him to doom, like in 2023. He always blames the government without doing a soul-searching of himself. Welcome, Peter to the 2027 race,” he stated.
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