By Lateef Ibrahim, Abuja
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the constitution of its 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee, following the approval of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the party.
The committee was approved by the National Chairman of the ADC, Senator David Mark in line with the party’s commitment to building a credible, people-centred, and forward-looking policy framework for national governance.
This was confirmed in a statement on Wednesday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi in Abuja.
The Policy and Manifesto Committee, according to the statement, “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”.
Continuing, the statement added, “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 formal inauguration of the committee has been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 12 noon, at the Conference Hall of the ADC National Secretariat, Abuja.
The African Democratic Congress reaffirmed 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.
All concerned members and relevant stakeholders, the statement said, are invited to take note.
