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  • Olofu to Hold Diaspora Dialogue in Lagos as Part of Senate Bid

    Olofu to Hold Diaspora Dialogue in Lagos as Part of Senate Bid

    … ADC senatorial aspirant to host focus group discussion ahead of Benue South party primaries

    In line with a growing shift toward participatory and forward-looking politics, David Olofu, senatorial aspirant for the Benue South Senatorial District is expected to continue his stakeholder engagement drive this Saturday with a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) involving Idoma socio-cultural groupings based in Lagos.

    Dr. Olofu is a member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

    The engagement, which will form part of Olofu’s evolving bottom-up consultative strategy, is aimed at harnessing diaspora perspectives to shape responsive representation ahead of the forthcoming elections.

    Political observers note that such consultations increasingly reflect a transition toward citizen-driven politics, where policy priorities are informed by structured dialogue with constituents.

    According to the campaign, the Lagos-based Idoma diaspora is expected to contribute views on governance, development priorities, and effective legislative representation for Benue South.

    The aspirant has maintained that opinions formed within the diaspora often influence voting behavior and political conversations at the grassroots level back home.

    The FGD is also anticipated to provide a platform for building sustainable interpersonal relationships between the aspirant and a broad spectrum of his constituents, while encouraging participatory engagement beyond the electoral cycle.

    Discussions are expected to touch on governance innovation, youth inclusion, economic development, and future-ready leadership.

    Olofu is expected to reiterate his commitment to inclusive, transparent, and people-centered leadership, with assurances that similar stakeholder engagements will be extended to other demographic and professional groups as part of a long-term vision for effective representation in the National Assembly.

  • ADC Signals Ideas-First Politics With 50-Member Policy Committee

    ADC Signals Ideas-First Politics With 50-Member Policy Committee

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has constituted a 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee to provide strategic direction and shape the party’s ideological and policy framework ahead of future political engagements.

    The committee is chaired by former National Chairman of the APC, John Odigie-Oyegun, bringing decades of political leadership experience to the role. Serving as Deputy Chairman is renowned political economist and public intellectual Pat Utomi, while seasoned political organiser Salihu Lukman will act as Secretary, overseeing coordination and documentation.

    Other prominent members of the committee include former Senator Gershon Bassey, former Deputy Governor of Kogi State Simon Achuba, former Chief of Defence Staff Sadique Abubakar(rtd.), and respected diplomat Abioye Mohammed.

    The committee also features leading academics and policy experts, including Chidi Odinkalu, Remi Sonaiya, Anthony Kila, Sam Amadi, Jude Njoku, and Ibrahim Garba, underscoring the party’s emphasis on intellectual depth and evidence-based governance.

    Civil society representation is strong, with the inclusion of Oseloka Obaze, Otive Igbuzor, Nkoyo Toyo, Yemi Adamolekun, and Usman Bugaje.

    Gender inclusion is reinforced through the participation of figures such as Funke Awolowo, Hafsat Moji Bello, Jumoke Olawoyin, and Salametu Izuagie.

    Also listed is David Olofu, an emerging political figure in Benue State and aspirant for the Benue South Senatorial seat in the 2027 general election.

    According to the party, the committee reflects the ADC’s commitment to inclusivity, national spread, and cross-sector expertise, drawing members from politics, academia, security, civil society, and professional practice.

    The formal inauguration of the committee is scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at the ADC National Secretariat in Abuja, where members are expected to commence deliberations on the party’s manifesto and long-term policy vision.

  • ADC Warns Aspirants’ Supporters Against Divisive Rhetoric Ahead of June Primaries

    ADC Warns Aspirants’ Supporters Against Divisive Rhetoric Ahead of June Primaries

    The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has cautioned supporters of its presidential aspirants to desist from promoting division and claims of exceptionality ahead of the party’s June primaries.

    The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, issued the warning on Saturday while speaking during a live audio conversation on X (formerly Twitter) on the state of the nation and the polity in Abuja.

    Abdullahi said divisive rhetoric among aspirants’ supporters could weaken the party and work to the advantage of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), stressing that unity was critical to ADC’s chances in the next general elections.

    He also described the proposal to hold the 2027 general elections in 2026 as a “double-edged sword” for the party, noting that while an early election could make it difficult for ADC to heal internal wounds, it could also benefit the party as Nigerians were increasingly dissatisfied with the current administration.

    According to him, the party leadership is actively engaging key political figures to strengthen internal cohesion ahead of the elections.

    “I spent time talking to Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, Rotimi Amaechi and Nasir El-Rufai on uniting the party and improving Nigeria,” Abdullahi said.

    “Our leaders are aware of the task ahead, and every one of them is committed to ensuring that we win this election together resolutely.”

    Speaking further on the timing of the elections, Abdullahi said, “Whether elections hold this year or next year, it will work for and against us as opposition.”

    He warned supporters against adopting an “all-or-nothing” posture around any aspirant, saying such attitudes undermine the party’s broader goal of winning elections.

    “Saying it is either this candidate or nothing is not helpful; winning the election matters, and divisiveness cannot deliver victory for the party,” he said.

    Abdullahi added that all ADC aspirants were qualified, cautioning against the vilification of individuals or regions, which he said complicates efforts to build nationwide support.

    “We will ignore people creating exceptionality and focus on our work because we want to win these elections credibly, peacefully and inclusively nationwide together as one,” he stated.

    He specifically criticised slogans suggesting “Peter Obi or nothing,” arguing that such rhetoric limits outreach and hardens positions needed for electoral success across regions.

    The ADC spokesman also said the party was taking the forthcoming Federal Capital Territory (FCT) area council elections seriously, following its poor showing in the Anambra off-season governorship election, and hoped to make a strong statement in the FCT polls.

    In addition, Abdullahi expressed concern over reports that some state governments were allegedly compelling civil servants with National Identification Numbers (NIN) to register as members of their political parties.

  • APC Denies Rumours of Abdullahi Adamu’s Defection to ADC

    APC Denies Rumours of Abdullahi Adamu’s Defection to ADC

    The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nasarawa State has dismissed as false and misleading reports circulating on social media alleging that a former National Chairman of the party, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, has defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

    The denial was contained in a statement issued on Thursday in Lafia by Hassan Abubakar, the party’s State Organising Secretary and Coordinator of the APC e-membership registration exercise.

    Abubakar described the reports as baseless propaganda deliberately designed to mislead the public and create confusion within the party.

    According to the statement, Senator Adamu, a former governor of Nasarawa State, remains a committed and card-carrying member of the APC.

    “For the avoidance of doubt, Senator Abdullahi Adamu has at no time defected, contemplated defection, or associated himself with any other political party,” the statement said.

    Abubakar explained that the photograph being circulated online as evidence of the alleged defection was taken during the ongoing APC e-membership registration and revalidation exercise — a nationwide initiative aimed at strengthening the party’s database and internal democracy.

    He noted that the image clearly showed Senator Adamu revalidating his APC membership in line with the party’s constitutional processes and reform agenda.

    The APC described the attempt by unnamed individuals to misrepresent a legitimate party activity as a defection as irresponsible and politically desperate, adding that it amounted to deliberate misinformation.

    The statement further stressed that Senator Adamu’s loyalty to the APC, as well as his contributions to the party’s growth and stability, remained well documented and unquestionable.

    The party urged its members, the media, and the general public to disregard the claims and rely only on verified information from credible sources.

    It reaffirmed that the APC in Nasarawa State and across the country remains united and focused on advancing progressive governance.