The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has adopted a consensus model for electing party executives ahead of its upcoming congresses and national convention.
The party leadership also announced the adoption of a consensus approach for the elections and opened its membership register to welcome new members with immediate effect.
In a statement by the party’s National Chairman, Nafi’u Bala Gombe, and BOT Secretary, Rufus Ikanmi, the party said the move was aimed at strengthening unity, inclusiveness, and internal cohesion within its ranks.
The BOT/NWC invites interested members of the public to join the party. The membership registration exercise will be open from Saturday, March 14, 2026, to Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
According to the statement, new members must register at their respective ward offices and collect their membership cards from the Continuous Membership Registration Committee (CMRC). This process is strictly for new members; existing members are not required to renew their membership at this time.
The Board of Trustees (BoT) and National Working Committee (NWC) have resolved to adopt consensus as the method for electing party executives at all levels. This decision is taken in accordance with the party’s constitution and the Electoral Act 2026 (as amended), in furtherance of its commitment to promoting unity, cohesion, and inclusiveness within the party.
The BoT/NWC said it believed that the consensus approach will foster greater cooperation, understanding, and collective leadership, ultimately strengthening the party’s ability to achieve its goals and objectives.
According to the timetable, ward congresses will be held on March 19, while local government congresses are slated for March 24. State congresses will follow on March 28. The party’s national convention is scheduled to take place from April 3 to April 5, 2026. Issues arising from the various congresses will be addressed in designated windows between the events, with final matters from the national convention expected to be resolved between April 6 and April 10.
Meanwhile, the ADC leadership has disassociated itself from the ongoing electronic membership mobilisation, registration, and revalidation exercise being conducted by members of the coalition.
The party clarified that its constitution outlines specific procedures for membership application. It urged members and stakeholders to disregard any unofficial registration processes while awaiting the formal rollout of the party’s digital platform. It said the official online registration portal will be released in due course, and further announcements will be made through official party channels.
