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El-Rufai has become a political prisoner of war – ADC chieftain

ADC chieftain Oladimeji Fabiyi criticizes the Nigerian government for what he sees as politically motivated actions against former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai.

Feb 26 β€’ 16:51 UTC
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APC blasts ADC over Edo shooting claim, calls for probe

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed allegations made by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) linking it to a shooting incident in Edo State, while calling for a probe into the event and urging law enforcement to investigate the ADC.

Feb 26 β€’ 14:41 UTC
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How Peter Obi and I Escaped Attack at Edo ADC Gathering β€” Akpata

Olumide Akpata, a governorship hopeful in Edo State, recounts a near attack at a political event alongside former presidential candidate Peter Obi, which was averted thanks to security personnel.

Feb 25 β€’ 21:27 UTC
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National & Local

Call APC members in Edo to order, ADC chieftain urges Tinubu

A chieftain from the African Democratic Congress has urged President Tinubu to control the escalating political violence by APC members in Edo State.

Feb 25 β€’ 11:52 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Alleged Assassination Attempt On ADC Leaders Genocide Against Political Parties - Okonkwo

Kenneth Okonkwo, a lawyer and spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress, condemned an attack on party leaders in Benin City as an assassination attempt linked to government officials.

Feb 25 β€’ 11:00 UTC
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National & Local

IPAC condemns attack on Obi, Odigie-Oyegun, ADC leaders

The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) condemned the attack on political figures, including Peter Obi and John Odigie-Oyegun, in Edo State, deeming it an escalation of political intolerance.

Feb 25 β€’ 10:23 UTC
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National & Local

El-Rufai, Malami’s detention cripples ADC

The detention of two leaders from the African Democratic Congress, Abubakar Malami and Nasir El-Rufai, raises concerns about the party's future activities and coalition stability.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:17 UTC
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National & Local

ADC not concerned about power rotation – Kogi chairman, Ogga

The Kogi State Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, Kingsley Ogga, discusses the party's strategy to foster equality among its members and its goal to unseat the ruling party in the 2027 elections.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:04 UTC
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National & Local

FCT poll: APC, ADC tie in Karu polling units

In a closely contested election in the Federal Capital Territory, the APC and ADC candidates tied in voter turnout at a polling unit in Karu, Abuja.

Feb 21 β€’ 16:00 UTC
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National & Local

PDP, ADC agents protest vote buying at FCT polling unit

Agents from the PDP and ADC protested alleged vote buying by APC agents during the FCT Area Council elections in Nyanya.

Feb 21 β€’ 14:39 UTC
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Charge El-Rufai to court or release him, ADC chieftain urges ICPC

An ADC chieftain has called for the ICPC to either formally charge former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai or release him from detention, advocating for due process.

Feb 21 β€’ 12:04 UTC
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National & Local

Kano by-election: PDP, NNPP, ADC missing on ballot papers

In the Kano State by-election, major opposition parties such as the PDP, NNPP, and ADC are notably absent from the ballot papers, leading to concerns over electoral fairness.

Feb 21 β€’ 12:00 UTC
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National & Local

Ogun ADC meets after failed attempt to suspend party chair, urges unity

The African Democratic Congress in Ogun State emphasizes unity following a failed attempt to suspend its chair, Femi Soluade.

Feb 18 β€’ 15:36 UTC
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National & Local

Oyo PDP lawmaker defects to ADC

Dawood Olalere, a lawmaker from Oyo State, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the African Democratic Congress due to internal divisions within the PDP.

Feb 16 β€’ 19:55 UTC
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National & Local

Court to hear suit seeking ADC, other’s deregistration Feb 24

A Nigerian court has scheduled a hearing for a suit aimed at deregistering several political parties, including the African Democratic Congress, over alleged constitutional violations.

Feb 16 β€’ 15:53 UTC
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Sokoto ADC kicks against imposed leadership

The Sokoto State chapter of the African Democratic Congress opposes the appointment of new party leaders without consultation, warning of potential legal action if the decision is not reversed.

Feb 16 β€’ 14:03 UTC
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Nigeria: 2027 - I Will Contest for President - Peter Obi

Peter Obi announces his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election in Nigeria under the African Democratic Congress, claiming he left the Labour Party due to recognition issues by the electoral commission.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:18 UTC
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National & Local

ADC slams Tinubu’s Kebbi visit amid rising insecurity

The African Democratic Congress has condemned President Bola Tinubu's visit to Kebbi State for the Argungu Fishing Festival, labeling it ill-timed due to rising insecurity in the region.

Feb 16 β€’ 03:32 UTC
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ADC criticizes Tinubu's Argungu trip, says bandits are terrorizing Kwara

The African Democratic Congress has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s visit to the Argungu Fishing Festival as insensitive amid escalating insecurity in Kwara State.

Feb 15 β€’ 17:20 UTC
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National & Local

Oyo ADC to begin membership registration soon – Chairman

The African Democratic Congress in Oyo State is set to launch a comprehensive membership registration drive shortly, as announced by its state chairman, Yinka Olona, during an event in Iseyin.

Feb 15 β€’ 16:25 UTC
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National & Local

Ogun ADC suspends chairman over rally disruption

The African Democratic Congress in Ogun State has suspended its chairman, Femi Soluade, amid allegations of his involvement in disrupting a political rally.

Feb 15 β€’ 15:48 UTC
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National & Local

2027: ADC unveils membership drive, vows to defeat APC

The African Democratic Congress has initiated a nationwide membership drive in preparation for Nigeria's 2027 elections, focusing on increasing grassroots support against the ruling APC party.

Feb 12 β€’ 18:23 UTC
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2027: Oyo LP members, others defect to ADC

Several members of the Labour Party and other political parties in Oyo State have defected to the African Democratic Congress, asserting their belief in the ADC’s internal democracy.

Feb 11 β€’ 18:42 UTC
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2027: ADC targets 14 million registered members – Aregbesola

The African Democratic Congress aims to register 14 million members in Nigeria as part of its expansion strategy to strengthen its political presence.

Feb 11 β€’ 09:24 UTC
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National & Local

Borno ADC chair apologises for rejecting transitional, registration committees

The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress in Borno State, Umar Bolori, has apologized for rejecting the party's transitional and registration committee, calling his previous actions an error.

Feb 11 β€’ 07:47 UTC
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Electoral Act: ADC hails protesters, urges vigilance until presidential assent

The African Democratic Congress praises Nigerian protests that led to the reversal of controversial provisions in the Electoral Amendment Bill.

Feb 10 β€’ 18:30 UTC
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National & Local

Ex-ADC woman leader defects to APC

Kayauta Yakubu, the former National Woman Leader of the African Democratic Congress, has defected to the All Progressives Congress in Nigeria, a move that was celebrated during a formal ceremony in Abuja.

Feb 10 β€’ 16:30 UTC
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2027: ADC vows to dethrone APC in Yobe

The African Democratic Congress plans to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress in Yobe State in the upcoming 2027 elections, focusing on strengthening grassroots structures.

Feb 9 β€’ 22:21 UTC
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Makinde is free to join ADC, says Oyo chairman

Yinka Olona, the Chairman of the African Democratic Congress in Oyo State, stated that Governor Seyi Makinde is welcome to join the ADC if he follows the party's rules and procedures.

Feb 9 β€’ 18:08 UTC
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Crime & Justice

ADC slams FG over Kwara massacre

The African Democratic Congress has condemned the massacre of over 70 people in Kwara State, blaming the Federal Government for failing in national security.

Feb 6 β€’ 18:56 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Suspected thugs attack ADC office in Edo

The ADC office in Edo was attacked by suspected thugs, causing property damage and raising fears of political intimidation.

Feb 6 β€’ 02:07 UTC
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National & Local

Ex-Lagos commissioner sworn in as ADC S’West chairman

The African Democratic Congress has appointed Alhaji Rahman Owokoniran, a former Lagos State Commissioner, as its South West Zonal Chairman amid claims of internal crisis being refuted by the party.

Feb 5 β€’ 22:53 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Thugs attack ADC office in Edo

Suspected thugs attacked the Edo State secretariat of the African Democratic Party, vandalizing party flags, shattering windows, and setting parts of the building on fire.

Feb 5 β€’ 19:17 UTC
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National & Local

PDP, ADC, NNPP oppose Electoral Act amendments, demand e-transmission of results

Main opposition parties in Nigeria criticize the Senate's rejection of mandatory electronic transmission of election results, calling it a regressive move that threatens democracy.

Feb 5 β€’ 13:54 UTC
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National & Local

ADC faults Senate’s rejection of mandatory e-transmission of results

The African Democratic Congress criticizes the Senate for rejecting key provisions of the Electoral Act Amendment Bill that would have made electronic transmission of election results mandatory, arguing that this undermines Nigeria's electoral credibility.

Feb 5 β€’ 10:03 UTC
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ADC chieftain joins Lagos 2027 gov race

Naheem Balogun, a former candidate for the House of Representatives, has announced his candidacy for the Lagos State governorship election in 2027 under the African Democratic Congress.

Feb 4 β€’ 00:02 UTC
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National & Local

E-registration: APC says ADC’s coercion allegations baseless

The All Progressives Congress (APC) refutes allegations of coercion from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), asserting that they are a result of fear over the APC's growing membership registrations.

Feb 2 β€’ 16:05 UTC
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Ex-gov candidate Nwosu dismisses defection rumours, reaffirms APC membership

Former governorship candidate Uche Nwosu has dismissed rumors of his defection from the APC to the ADC, reaffirming his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress during a membership revalidation event in Imo State.

Feb 2 β€’ 10:32 UTC

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