The Digest:
The State Chairmen Forum of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected the party's factions led by David Mark and Nafiu Bala, accusing them of hijacking the party. Speaking in Abuja, Don Obinna, ADC chairman in Abia, said the forum disassociates the party from "the so-called coalition that attempted to hijack our party." The forum announced an interim committee of nine members, including Ogga Kingsley as acting chairman, to oversee party activities pending a national convention. It also affirmed that former presidential candidate Dumebi Kachikwu remains a member.
Key Points:
- The state chairmen backed INEC's decision to derecognise both factions.
- The forum described the coalition's actions as a "power grab."
- Dumebi Kachikwu's expulsion by the Mark-led group was called "an act of desperation."
- The ADC now has multiple factions competing for recognition.
- The interim committee will oversee the party until a national convention.
