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Former Deputy Governor Emerges as Interim Chairman of African Democratic Congress in Nasarawa State

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The former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, John Michael Abdul, has been appointed as the interim chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the state. Abdul, a key stakeholder of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that defected to the ADC, was presented to stakeholders and members at a coalition meeting in Akwanga town. The meeting, which brought together former PDP stalwarts and notable politicians, including Senator Suleiman Asonya Adokwe, General Nuhu Angbazo, and Senator Patricia Akwashiki, emphasized the importance of party interest, unity of purpose, and grassroots mobilization in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections.

Key Takeaways:

  • John Michael Abdul, a former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State, has been appointed as the interim chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the state.
  • Abdul was one of the key stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that defected to the ADC in the wave of defection that gripped the main opposition party in the state.
  • The meeting in Akwanga town was attended by notable politicians, including Senator Suleiman Asonya Adokwe, General Nuhu Angbazo, and Senator Patricia Akwashiki.
  • The stakeholders unanimously agreed to work together to build the party and ensure victory at all levels in the forthcoming 2027 general elections.
  • The priorities of the party include party interest, unity of purpose, fairness, and sustained grassroots mobilisation.
  • Abdulkarim Ombamas, a former Member of the House of Representatives, and ESV Dr. Umar Musa Galadima, were also present at the meeting.
  • Others in attendance included Senator Suleiman Asonya Adokwe, a three-term member of the Nigerian Senate, and Mr. William Alaku.

Statistics:

  • According to the meeting, the priorities of the party include party interest, unity of purpose, fairness, and sustained grassroots mobilisation.
  • The forthcoming 2027 general elections will be a major focus for the ADC in the state.
  • The ADC has defections from notable politicians, including two former ministers, Musa Elayo and Barrister Mohammed Abdullahi.
  • The party has also gained the support of notable politicians, including Senator Suleiman Asonya Adokwe, General Nuhu Angbazo, and Senator Patricia Akwashiki.

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