ADC faction denies ‘Abuja convention’ video, alleges propaganda plot

By Abubakar Yunusa

The Nafiu-Bala-led faction of the African Democratic Congress has dismissed a viral podcast video alleging that the party held an elective convention in Abuja, describing it as a fabrication by “coalition propaganda agents”.

The party said the video falsely claimed that the convention took place at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola International Stadium, Abuja.

In a statement issued on behalf of the National Chairman, Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe, by his Chief of Staff, Bala Sani Kumo, the faction insisted that no such convention was held or authorised by its leadership.

Kumo said the party had not issued any notice of an elective convention to members, stressing that the claim contained in the video was misleading.

“The duly constituted and legitimate National Leadership of the African Democratic Congress wishes to address a podcast video presently circulating in the public domain,” he said.

“The said video, produced by agents of the coalition’s propaganda machinery, makes reference to a purported elective convention allegedly conducted at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola International Stadium, Abuja.”

He added, “For purposes of clarity, the ADC under the leadership of Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe has not, at any time, issued notice of an elective convention to its members, nor authorised any such gathering.”

The faction reiterated its commitment to due process and the rule of law, noting that it would await the outcome of a pending suit before the Federal High Court and a related appeal at the Supreme Court.

According to Kumo, the matter has been adjourned until April 22, 2026.

He expressed confidence in the judicial process, saying the party expected the court’s decision to affirm its position.

“Upon delivery of the judgment, the party shall communicate the approved schedule of activities to members and the general public through its official channels,” he added.