ADC chairmen to NWC: Respect Lagos gov primary outcome, shun imposition

Leaders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) local government areas in Lagos State have issued a strong appeal to the party's National Working Committee (NWC). They are demanding that the NWC respect the outcome of the recent governorship primary election.

The forum, representing the chairmen of the local government areas, stressed the critical importance of upholding the democratic process within the party. Their primary concern is ensuring that the votes cast by party members during the primary are accurately reflected in the final decision regarding the governorship candidate.

In their communiqué, the chairmen explicitly urged the NWC to "shun imposition," indicating a fear that the party leadership might override the popular vote and select a candidate against the will of the party members. This call highlights a potential internal conflict or disagreement over the primary's results or the selection process.

The statement was formally endorsed by the Chairman and Secretary of the forum, Messrs Anaere Ugochukwu and Oluwabukola Okeowo, respectively. Their joint signature signifies a unified stance from the local leadership, emphasizing their commitment to internal party democracy and the integrity of electoral processes.