The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has firmly rejected claims by Hon. Nafi’u Bala that he is now the party's national chairman. Bala, previously the deputy national chairman, held a press conference in Abuja where he declared himself interim chairman, citing the party's constitution.
Background of the Dispute
Bala's declaration comes after he resigned from his position as deputy national chairman on May 17, 2025, stating that his resignation was to facilitate a smooth coalition and restructuring process. However, the ADC has disputed his claim, emphasizing that his resignation letter clearly demonstrated that he was no longer part of the party's leadership ¹.
ADC's Response
The party's national publicity secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, released a statement dismissing Bala's claims, reminding the public that Bala had indeed resigned from his position. Abdullahi pointed out that Bala's resignation letter showed his intention to step aside for the party's benefit, and he could no longer declare himself chairman ².
Implications for the Party
This development highlights the internal conflicts within the ADC, particularly regarding leadership transitions and constitutional adherence. The party's leadership, currently under Senator David Mark, has been recognized as legitimate by the party's state chairmen, who declared their support for Mark's leadership in July ¹ ².
Key Points
- *Nafi’u Bala's Resignation*: Bala resigned as deputy national chairman on May 17, 2025, to facilitate coalition and restructuring efforts.
- *ADC's Stance*: The party has rejected Bala's self-declaration as chairman, citing his resignation letter as proof that he is no longer part of the leadership.
- *Leadership Crisis*: The ADC is navigating internal disputes, including attempts by some members to challenge the current leadership.
