The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Rivers State has delivered a bold message of resilience and strategic momentum amid ongoing political shifts, declaring its readiness to reshape the political landscape ahead of future elections.
The party’s state leadership, while addressing stakeholders and supporters, emphasized its growing strength, organizational unity, and capacity to take on the dominant political forces in the region.
This assertive stance comes as the ADC receives renewed national attention following the high-profile defection of an All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwart in Niger State, Hon. Mohammed Sani Idris, who served as a former commissioner for Information and Strategy under Governor Abubakar Sani Bello. His switch to the ADC signals a broader wave of discontent within the APC and a growing appeal of the ADC among both grassroots supporters and political heavyweights.
Hon. Idris, in a public declaration, stated that his move was inspired by a desire for meaningful change and alignment with the ADC’s vision for inclusive development, accountability, and credible governance. He decried the leadership style of the APC, noting its disconnect from the needs of the people and failure to uphold the principles of justice and fairness. His decision was met with thunderous applause and endorsement from constituents, party officials, and supporters in Niger.
Meanwhile, the Rivers State chapter of the ADC, under the leadership of its acting chairman, Prince Harold Achi, emphasized that the party is not only receiving defectors but is also undergoing internal consolidation to ensure it presents a formidable platform in the upcoming political cycle. Achi stressed that the party’s structures across the 23 local government areas are being strengthened, with committed members leading grassroots mobilization efforts aimed at deepening the party’s presence and influence.
The party’s tone is one of confidence and defiance, as it vows not to be intimidated by entrenched political forces that have dominated Rivers politics for decades. Achi made it clear that the ADC’s mission is grounded in a desire to serve the people and provide a viable alternative to the existing political options, which many voters now view with skepticism.
He further called on youths, women, professionals, and marginalized groups to rally behind the ADC and help usher in a new era of participatory and responsible governance. According to him, Nigeria’s political space is ripe for transformation, and the ADC is determined to be at the forefront of that change.
The defection of Idris and the rising tempo of the ADC in Rivers State underscore a broader political recalibration, as more Nigerians express a yearning for fresh leadership and real change. With the ADC’s bold positioning and strategic outreach, the party is poised to capitalize on growing dissatisfaction and push toward establishing itself as a major force in Nigeria’s democracy.
This rising momentum and increasing visibility of the African Democratic Congress across the country reflect its growing relevance, making it a key political player to watch ahead of the next general elections. As E247MAG continues to monitor political developments across the nation, the transformation unfolding within the ADC ranks marks a potential turning point in Nigeria’s democratic journey.