The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has taken a major step forward as its National Caucus, chaired by National Chairman Senator David Mark, held its inaugural meeting in Abuja.
At the meeting, it was disclosed that the Coalition has formally rested all matters relating to the African Democratic Alliance (ADA), indicating a clear decision not to pursue registration or affiliation with the association.
It was also resolved that all presidential aspirants within the ADC have unanimously agreed to support whoever emerges victorious at the party’s presidential primary election.
While members have been directed to resign from other political parties, the caucus remained silent on a specific timeline for compliance.
The National Working Committee (NWC) is expected to announce dates for the conduct of primaries in Osun and Ekiti States ahead of the forthcoming off-cycle governorship elections.
In attendance at the high-profile caucus meeting were:
National Chairman, Senator David Mark
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar
National Secretary, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola
Former Kaduna State Governor, Mallam Nasir el-Rufai
Former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aminu Tambuwal
Former Rivers State Governor, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi
Former Cross River state governor Liyel Imoke
Former Governor of Imo state Emeka ihedioha
Former Attorney General and minister of Justice Abubakar Malami
Former Secretary to the government of the federation (SGF) Babachir Lawal among others .
The National Leader of the Labour Party (LP) Mr. Peter Obi, sent in an apology for his absence but reaffirmed his commitment to the caucus.
