Issued at the meeting held on 18th April, 2026, at the residence of Hon. Mijiyewa Umaru Kugama.
We, the undersigned critical stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State, drawn from the three Senatorial Zones, convened to review the disturbing developments arising from the recently conducted party congresses.
After exhaustive deliberations, we unequivocally declare that the actions of the party leadership at both state and national levels have destroyed internal democracy, undermined the rule of law, and rendered the party structure in Adamawa State illegitimate and unacceptable.
FINDINGS: The stakeholders noted with grave concern that;
The congresses conducted under the leadership of Ishaya Bauka (Rtd) were fundamentally flawed, manipulated, and imposed against the will of the majority of party members.
Valid court judgments and subsisting injunctions were deliberately ignored, setting a dangerous precedent of lawlessness within the party.
The party leadership engaged in systematic exclusion, imposition, and intimidation of genuine stakeholders and aspirants.
The party has consequently lost moral legitimacy and can no longer serve as a credible platform for democratic participation in Adamawa State.
Resolutions (Hardline Position)
In view of the above, and in the overriding interest of justice, political survival, and the people of Adamawa State, we unanimously resolve as follows:
Total Loss of Confidence
We pass a vote of no confidence on the ADC leadership at both the State and National levels for their complicity in the collapse of internal democracy.
Immediate and Collective Resignation:
We hereby announce our immediate and irreversible resignation en masse from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State.
Rejection of All Congress Outcomes:
We categorically reject the outcomes of the recently conducted congresses and declare them null, void, and of no consequence.
Mass Political Realignment;
We resolve to immediately align with a more credible and democratic political platform that guarantees fairness, justice, and respect for the rule of law.
Leadership Mandate;
We unanimously mandate Senator Aishatu Dahiru Ahmed Binani to lead stakeholders in determining and transitioning into a viable political platform for effective participation in the 2027 general elections, particularly the Governorship race in Adamawa State.
Coordinated Defection Structure
A structured and coordinated movement of stakeholders and supporters across Polling Units, Wards, LGAs, and the State will commence immediately to ensure a seamless transition.
Mass Mobilization and Reorganization;
We shall embark on aggressive grassroots mobilization, political education, and structural rebuilding under the new political platform to ensure electoral victory.
Conclusion;
The ADC, by its actions, has abdicated its responsibility as a democratic institution in Adamawa State. We refuse to be part of a system that thrives on injustice, impunity, and illegality.
This decision marks the beginning of a new political direction anchored on credibility, inclusiveness, and true democratic ideals.
Signed:
Hon. Mijiyewa Umaru Kugama
Convener
Hon. Saidu Njobdi Komsiri
Secretary
