ADC Denies Defection Deal with APC in Yobe

…..Accuses Former Aspirant of Mischief

By Muhammad Maitela, Damaturu

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Yobe State has denied allegations that leaders loyal to Atiku Abubakar within the party have aligned with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

In a statement signed by the state chairman, Umar Kalli Alhaji, the ADC described the claim as “false and misleading.” The party accused one Mr. Jawa of attempting to create confusion within the opposition party in the state.

The ADC said the publication credited to Jawa did not reflect the position of the party leadership. It also questioned Jawa’s credibility and political loyalty, alleging that his past political activities had raised concerns among party members.

According to the statement, Jawa’s appointment as Special Assistant to Governor Mai Mala Buni, while he maintained ties with the ADC, created suspicion over what the party described as “divided loyalty.”

The party further alleged that during Jawa’s tenure as chairman of the MMRR Committee, stakeholders expressed dissatisfaction with his performance, particularly over low membership registration across the state.

The ADC also accused him of maintaining close ties with the “Obedient Movement,” a development that it claimed contributed to his rejection during the party’s last state congress, where he contested for the position of state chairman.

“The outcome of that congress reflected the collective will of party members who had lost confidence in his leadership ambitions,” the statement read.

The ADC maintained that its Yobe State chapter remains united and committed to democratic opposition and credible leadership.

“At no time has the leadership aligned with the APC as falsely alleged,” the statement added.

The party urged members of the public and party supporters to disregard the publication, describing it as false, malicious, and intended to create division within the party.