Niger ADC suspends congresses

The African Democratic Congress in Niger State has suspended its planned congresses in all 25 local government areas of the state.

The chairman of the party, Musa Hassan, made this known in a statement sent to PidomNigeria Online on Wednesday, in which he said the suspension would remain until further notice.

Hassan said the reason for the suspension was in keeping with the rule of law, due process of the Constitution and judicial authority.

The chairman warned the Independent National Electoral Commission in the state not to recognise any congress held by unauthorised committees.

He urged the public to disregard any directives, announcements, or actions from unauthorised individuals, adding that a new date would be communicated in due course.

“The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Niger State Chapter of the party, under the leadership of Alh Musa Hassan, hereby announces the immediate suspension of all planned and proposed congresses across the state, until further notice.

“This decision underscores our unwavering commitment to the rule of law, due process, and respect for judicial authority.

“We therefore call on all 25 Local Government Chairmen, party members and stakeholders to remain calm, law-abiding, and peaceful throughout this period.

“This is to inform Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state not to recognise anything done by unconstitutional Committee’s, those parading themselves in the state.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the tenure of the current ADC Executive Committee in Niger State, as well as in other states, remains constitutionally valid and duly recognized by INEC.

” Consequently, the general public is strongly advised to disregard any directives, announcements, or actions from unauthorized individuals falsely parading themselves as party leaders.

“The party will duly communicate new dates for congresses and conventions following the conclusion of ongoing national consultations and meetings.

“We urge all members and supporters of the ADC to continue to uphold peace, unity, and discipline as we navigate this period,” he said.