Abia ADC chair Obinna retains position, vows to unseat Otti

In Abia State, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reaffirmed its leadership, with Don Norman Obinna securing another term as state chairman. This development, stemming from a state congress held in Umuahia, is presented not just as an internal party affair but as a direct challenge to the incumbent governor. Obinna's bold declaration to unseat Governor Alex Otti in the 2027 election signals a combative political stance from the ADC.

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So all we did was to go back to our states and execute or implement the court judgments

The party leadership emphasizes that this congress was conducted in strict adherence to a Federal High Court ruling from April 29. According to Obinna, the court's judgment clarified the party's constitutional right to conduct congresses, specifically referencing Article 17 of the ADC Constitution. This legal backing is crucial for the party, as it asserts the legitimacy of their congress and, by extension, Obinna's leadership, against any potential challenges. The party also noted the presence of an INEC representative, underscoring their claim of transparency and adherence to electoral guidelines.

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By the grace of God, it was an affirmation that I was returned as the ADC Chairman of the state

Obinna's assertion that the party has no factions in Abia State aims to present a united front. The focus on interpreting Article 17 of the ADC constitution highlights a commitment to internal democracy and due process, as defined by the party's own rules and validated by the judiciary. For the ADC in Abia, this congress is a pivotal moment, solidifying their leadership and setting the stage for a determined electoral challenge in the upcoming governorship race.

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Rather, we went to court to ask the court to interpret the ADC constitution, article 17 of the ADC constitution, to determine whose constitutional right it is to conduct congresses. And the court in that wisdom, after producing through our constitution, gave a judgment that it is the ADC state chairman and the National Working Committee and the state executive committee that have the right to conduct congresses. And that was what we did today