The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Gombe State has removed three top officials from their positions and expelled a member over alleged anti-party activities it deemed detrimental to the unity and stability of the party.
Announcing the decision at a press briefing in Gombe, the State Chairman of the ADC, Malam Auwal Abba Barde, said the measures followed a series of investigations and recommendations by party organs.
Barde noted that those affected are the State Deputy Chairman, Nasiru Lawan; the State Secretary, Danladi Ya’u; and the State Youth Leader, Abdulkadir Sa’idu, popularly known as Digiri.
He said the other one affected is Nafiu Bala, who was expelled from the party after he recently declared himself as the National Chairman of the ADC.
Barde explained that the recommendation for Bala’s expulsion originated from the Nasarawo Ward Disciplinary Committee, which found him guilty of gross misconduct, factionalization, and anti-party activities.
He noted that Bala was invited personally, and through a publication in a national newspaper, to appear before the committee to defend himself but failed to do so.
“By parading himself as the National Chairman of the ADC, Nafiu Bala not only misrepresented the leadership of the party but also caused serious confusion and division within our ranks,” Barde said.
He added that the State Executive Committee had ratified the ward’s recommendation and would forward the decision to the national leadership of the ADC for further enforcement.
The chairman emphasised that the action was taken to send a strong signal that indiscipline, disloyalty, and sabotage would not be tolerated within the party.
“The committee reviewed the allegations and established that these individuals have consistently acted in ways that undermine the progress of our great party,” he stated.
Barde further assured members that the ADC remained focused and united as preparations for the 2027 general elections intensified.
“As the political drums beat louder ahead of 2027, the ADC is determined to secure more seats in Gombe State and beyond. These incidents are mere stumbles that will not make us fall,” he added.
