The African Democratic Congress (ADC), under the leadership of Nafiu Bala Gombe, has urged Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso to adhere to established procedures if he plans to become a member of the party.
The party reaffirmed its commitment to democratic principles and the well-being of Nigerians, stressing that it is “not for sale” and cannot be controlled by any individuals or groups pursuing personal political ambitions.
In a statement released on Monday, Gombe, speaking on behalf of a group identifying itself as the “authentic” ADC, acknowledged its respect for the former Kano State governor but expressed concern over his alleged association with what it described as a “coalition of political power mongers.”
Kwankwaso, a key figure in the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), was accused by the group of aligning with individuals purportedly seeking to take over the ADC for personal and political gain.
The ADC called on the former presidential candidate to review his political steps and to engage with the party through lawful and transparent processes.
Gombe said: “The authentic African Democratic Congress under the leadership of Hon Nafiu Bala Gombe has stated that it holds respect for His Excellency Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso but is highly disappointed with his recent decamping from the NNPP to join a coalition of club of political power mongers who are currently fighting to hijack our political party, ADC.
“We are appealing to Kwankwaso to reconsider his political ultimate to join the African Democratic Congress through legitimate due process without aligning with the association of political jobbers who are desperate to acquire power anyhow to continue enriching themselves, family, and their associates.
“Please, Mr. Kwankwaso, if you truly want to join the African Democratic Congress, go to the proper channel of registering, except you have a hidden agenda.
“Those people you are trying to associate with have no respect for democracy, no sympathy for the poor and the general public, and yet ADC is not for sale, it is for Nigeria and Nigerians.”
