The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reiterated that the tenure of all newly elected state executives and other party officers will not begin until May 12, 2026, or any later date that may be officially communicated.
In a statement, the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, said, “The African Democratic Congress (ADC) wishes to reiterate that 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.”
He added, “For the avoidance of doubt, all existing executives remain the duly recognised officers of the Party until the completion of this constitutional transition process.”
Abdullahi further cautioned newly elected executives, particularly at the state level, to comply strictly with the directive, stating, “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.”
He emphasised that the party remains committed to internal discipline and due process, noting, “The ADC remains committed to orderliness, discipline, and strict adherence to its constitution and democratic processes.”
