No citizen above the law, justice must be fair, ADC defends Malami, El-Rufai
The African Democratic Congress defends former officials Malami and El-Rufai amidst their ongoing legal troubles, emphasizing fairness in legal processes.
ADC urges further investigation into attack on Obi, others
The African Democratic Congress in Nigeria has called for a deeper investigation into an attack on party leader John Odigie-Oyegun and others, linking a suspect to the incident.
ADC takes steps to block mock registrations
The African Democratic Congress is addressing challenges with its digital membership registration platform, which faced issues of fake entries.
ADC’s free registration swamped with fake names, pictures, NINs
The African Democratic Congress has faced issues with its free online membership registration due to widespread submissions of fake identities and details.
2027: South-South ADC leaders refute endorsing Amaechi’s presidential bid
The South-South Zonal Leadership of the African Democratic Congress has denied any endorsement of Rotimi Amaechi for the presidential bid in 2027.
2027: ADC rejects revised INEC schedule, says it’s designed for Tinubu’s re-election
The African Democratic Congress has criticized the revised electoral schedule issued by INEC, claiming it favors the re-election of President Bola Tinubu.
Odigie-Oyegun doubts police can arrest Edo gunmen
John Odigie-Oyegun, leader of the African Democratic Congress, expresses skepticism regarding the Nigerian police's capability to apprehend gunmen who attacked party facilities in Edo State.
Edo attack calculated plot to discourage political participation — Olumide Akpata
Olumide Akpata of the African Democratic Congress claims a recent violent attack in Edo State is a tactic to intimidate voters and disrupt democracy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nigeria: Atiku Visits El-Rufai After Airport Arrest Saga
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar visited former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai following a failed attempt by security agents to arrest El-Rufai at the airport.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nelson Mandela, the 'Gandhi' of Africa, was released from prison 27 years ago on this day
On February 11, 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from prison after 27 years, having led nonviolent movements against apartheid in South Africa.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
South African party criticizes monarch over invitation to Israeli officials
The African National Congress criticizes King Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo for inviting Israeli embassy officials to public hospitals, leading to public outrage.
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.
South African president warns against ‘bullies’
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned both domestic and international bullies attempting to undermine unity and democracy at the ANC's 114th anniversary celebration.
The organization that changed South Africa: the founding of the ANC in 1912.
The African National Congress (ANC) was founded on January 8, 1912, in Bloemfontein, marking a significant movement towards political organization for the black population in South Africa against racial segregation and apartheid.