ADC Elects New Leadership in Nasarawa, Sets Sights on 2027 Power Shift

ADC Elects New Leadership in Nasarawa, Sets Sights on 2027 Power Shift

By Aliyu Musa, Lafiya

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Nasarawa State has ushered in a new set of leaders following a state congress that produced fresh executives to steer the party’s affairs over the next four years.

The exercise, held in Lafia on Saturday, adopted a consensus approach endorsed by delegates drawn from all 13 Local Government Areas of the state, ensuring a smooth and dispute-free process.

At the end of the exercise, Mr. John Michael-Abdul emerged as State Chairman, alongside a full complement of executive members, including the Deputy Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer, Publicity Secretary, Woman Leader, and zonal officers representing Nasarawa North, South, and West senatorial districts.

In his acceptance remarks, Michael-Abdul assured party members of a renewed drive to reposition the ADC as a formidable political force in the state. He outlined plans to strengthen grassroots structures, promote internal democracy, and focus on issue-based politics beyond election cycles.

The new chairman, who previously served as Deputy Governor of the state, expressed confidence that the party could secure both state and national leadership positions in the 2027 general elections.

He said the new leadership would work towards building a party anchored on integrity, inclusiveness, and effective service delivery to the people of Nasarawa.

According to him, the executives have been given a clear mandate to lead with responsibility and commitment, adding that they would soon unveil a detailed action plan within 30 days. The blueprint, he noted, would target party expansion across the 147 wards, all 13 LGAs, and the entire state.

Outgoing State Chairman, Mr. Paul Magaji, in his remarks, appreciated party members for their support during his tenure and called on them to extend the same cooperation to the incoming leadership.

Earlier, Chairman of the Congress Committee, Mr. Kani Jibarang, commended the orderly conduct of the exercise, describing it as transparent and peaceful. He confirmed that all positions were filled without contention.

Following the ratification by delegates, the newly elected officials were formally returned and subsequently sworn in by Barrister John Matthew, marking the official commencement of their tenure.