The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has directed its members with dual allegiances to resign from other political parties as preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections.
The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, issued the warning on Thursday in Abuja after a caucus meeting attended by senior party leaders and political figures.
“Though a final order has been given to all members to resign membership of other political parties, the caucus was silent on the timeline,” Abdullahi told reporters.
He also disclosed that all matters relating to the African Democratic Association (ADA) had been resolved. “The Coalition has rested everything concerning the ADA. That means they are not interested in the registration or otherwise of the association,” he said.
On the 2027 presidential race, Abdullahi noted that all ADC aspirants had pledged to support whoever emerges as the party’s flagbearer. “All the presidential aspirants have agreed to support whoever wins the primary election,” he stated.
He further revealed that the National Working Committee (NWC) would soon announce dates for primaries in Osun and Ekiti states ahead of the upcoming off-cycle governorship elections.
Those present at the caucus included National Chairman David Mark, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, National Secretary Ogbeni Rauf, former Kaduna State governor Nasir el-Rufai, former Sokoto State governor Aminu Tambuwal, and former Rivers State governor Chibuike Amaechi.
Labour Party leader Peter Obi was absent but sent apologies, reaffirming his commitment to the coalition.