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ADC Internal Disputes

Nigeria ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Elections & Politics

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African Democratic Congress chieftain Kenneth Okonkwo criticizes the party's choice of a South-South vice-presidential candidate, arguing the South-East is being sidelined. Meanwhile, an ADC candidate in Osun State condemns a court order deregistering the party, and another faction names Rotimi Amaechi as its 2027 vice-presidential pick. The party also expresses confidence in winning the Ekiti governorship election.

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Lukman suspends ADC membership, alleges hostile treatment by El-Rufai

- Salihu Mohammed Lukman, a prominent member of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has suspended his party and coalition membership. Lukman cited months of hostile treatment from former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai and associates as the reason for his decision. He alleged that decisions regarding party leadership in Kaduna have marginalized him and that some coalition leaders are repliโ€ฆ