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A new faction within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly rejected a coalition agreement with opposition leaders, including Atiku Abubakar and David Mark. The faction accuses elites of hijacking the party for personal gain, warning of dire consequences.
  • ADC faction rejects opposition coalition adopting the party as its platform.
  • The group accuses political elites of making decisions without consulting key party stakeholders.
  • Key figures in the coalition include Atiku, David Mark, and former governors.
  • The faction insists the party cannot be hijacked by elite dealmakers.
  • No prior approval from ADC's National Executive or convention for the coalition.
  • The coalition's announcement includes interim leadership appointments for Mark and Aregbesola.
  • Legal crises from the 2023 elections remain unresolved, complicating coalition efforts.
The ADC faction insists the party remains the property of its members and rejects attempts at a hostile takeover by the opposition coalition, highlighting ongoing legal struggles and unapproved political moves.

Sources: Daily Post, Vanguard, Premium Times, Channels TV