Oyegun, Utomi, Lukman lead ADC 50-man policy, manifesto panel

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja

Former Edo State governor, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, has been named the chairman of the African Democratic Congress ( ADC), Policy and Manifesto committee.

The ADC, in a statement by its interim National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, yesterday, said Professor Pat Utomi and Salihu Lukman would serve as deputy chairman and secretary respectively.

According  to the party, other members of the 50-man panel include Prof. Chidi Odinkalu; Dr. Usman Bugaje, Oseloka Obaze, Professor Sam Amadi amongst others. The statement read in part “the Policy and Manifesto Committee brings together a distinguished group of Nigerians drawn from diverse backgrounds, including former public office holders, academics, technocrats, policy experts, civil society leaders, and professionals. Collectively, they represent a wealth of experience in governance, economic management, social development, security, and democratic reform.

“The committee will be chaired by Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, with Professor Pat Utomi serving as Deputy Chairman, while Salihu Lukman will serve as Secretary.

“According to the party, the committee is tasked with articulating a clear, coherent, and credible policy direction that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians and positions the ADC as a serious alternative platform for responsible leadership and national renewal.

“The African Democratic Congress reaffirms its belief that Nigeria’s challenges require ideas rooted in competence, integrity, and national consensus, and expresses confidence that the committee will deliver a manifesto that speaks to the real needs of Nigerians.”