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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned President Bola Tinubu’s administration against taking their humane disposition for weakness.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, former House of Representatives member, Chile Igbawua, stated that the ADC is not begging but asking the judiciary and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to perform their duties.
Igbawua accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of destroying the Nigerian legislature, saying the forum is ashamed of the current National Assembly. He expressed distrust in INEC, stating that the ADC doesn’t have confidence in the commission as it’s presently constituted.
The ADC’s warning comes amid tensions between the party and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). ADC Chairman, David Mark, criticized Tinubu for allegedly compromising the National Assembly and judiciary, saying the party will ensure the three arms of government function independently if allowed to rule the country. ²
Mark emphasized that the ADC will defend the separation of powers, restore legislative and judicial independence, and strengthen oversight.
He urged members to work collectively for the party’s success and the general interest of Nigerians.
The ADC has been vocal about its expectations for the 2027 elections, with former ADC spokesman, Saidu Bello Said, predicting that Tinubu will lose the election before 10 a.m. on election day. Said attributed this to growing dissatisfaction with governance and economic policies, particularly the increase in fuel prices.
The party is also planning a massive coalition against the APC and Tinubu, with a national convention reportedly scheduled. The convention aims to solidize the party’s stance and prepare for the upcoming elections.
Meanwhile, Akpabio has appealed to Tinubu to reconsider the withdrawal of police orderlies from National Assembly members, citing safety concerns. The Senate President emphasized that lawmakers were not elected to engage in confrontation with the executive arm but to foster cooperation.
The ADC’s stance and the internal dynamics within the National Assembly highlight the complex political landscape in Nigeria. Would you like to know more about the implications of these developments or the ADC’s plans for the 2027 elections?
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