ADC cautions newly elected executives against assuming office before transition

The African Democratic Congres (ADC) has directed its newly elected state executives and party officers to stay away from office until the completion of its leadership transition, warning against actions that could trigger internal conflict.

The party said the current executives remain in full control pending a formal handover, with the transition scheduled for May 12, 2026, or any later date that may be officially communicated.

The position was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, who stressed that the party would not tolerate any deviation from its constitutional process

“The tenure of all newly elected state executives and other party officers shall not commence until the expiration of the tenure of the current executives and their formal inauguration by the party on May 12, 2026, or on any later date that may be officially communicated.

“For the avoidance of doubt, all existing executives remain the duly recognised officers of the Party until the completion of this constitutional transition process,” the party said.

The ADC also warned incoming officials, particularly at the state level, against moves that could create parallel authority structures or deepen tensions within the party.

“Accordingly, all newly elected executives, particularly at the state level, are advised to take note and desist from any action, representation, or conduct that may contravene this clear constitutional directive or create confusion within the Party structure.”

Reaffirming its stance, the party maintained that discipline and strict compliance with its constitution would guide the transition process.

“The ADC remains committed to orderliness, discipline, and strict adherence to its constitution and democratic processes,” it added.