The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Youth Wing has firmly said that “ADC is not for sale” in response to any attempt by political elites to seize control of the party’s mandate.
The Youth Wing, supported by State Youth Leaders, Secretaries, Women Leaders, and grassroots members around the country, issued a warning in a statement on Friday that certain politicians were joining the party not because they genuinely believed in it but rather to take advantage of its established institutions and legitimacy.
The youth wing emphasized that although it was not against any true coalition or alliance, any merger must be formal, transparent, and based on integrity and the interests of the country in a statement signed by Dr. Musa Matara, the ADC’s national publicity secretary.
The statement stated that no such consultations have been held to support recent allegations of widespread leadership resignations or structural realignments. “Any coalition must involve consultations with the entire party structure, including State Executives, Zonal and Local Government Leaders, the Youth Wing at all levels, Women Leaders, and our grassroots coordinators,” the statement added.
The statement reaffirmed the party’s fundamental principles and emphasized that the ADC is not a party for “political migrants” looking for new venues to further their self-serving goals.
“ADC has a deeply entrenched structure from the national level down to the polling unit and it cannot be hijacked or rebranded by opportunism. We do not promote political promiscuity hopping from party to party in search of power. ADC rejects money-driven politics. In our party, what matters is integrity, credibility, and genuine passion for service,” the Youth Wing declared.
The organization described the ADC as “the last credible alternative on Nigeria’s political landscape” and urged women, youths, people with disabilities, and other patriotic individuals to support the party’s goal for national development.
We only accept newcomers and political migrants who share our beliefs and commitment to transforming the country. ADC is a mission-driven movement for national freedom, justice, and development, not just a political party,” the statement continued.
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