The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has clarified that all newly elected state executives and other party officers will not assume office until the expiration of the current executives’ tenure and their formal inauguration, scheduled for May 12, 2026, or any other date to be officially announced.
In a statement issued by the party, ADC stressed that the current executives remain the only recognised officers of the party until the completion of the constitutional transition process.
The party further cautioned newly elected officials, especially those at the state level, against taking any action, making any representation, or engaging in any activity that could contradict the directive or create confusion within its structure.
According to the ADC, the clarification is necessary to ensure orderliness, discipline, and strict adherence to its constitution and internal democratic procedures.The statement was signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi.
