By Myke Uzendu, Abuja
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed reports suggesting it is negotiating a possible merger or alliance with the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) ahead of an anticipated court judgment on its leadership crisis.
In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi on his X handle on Monday, the party described the claims as “false, speculative, and without any basis,” insisting that no such discussions are taking place. The ADC leadership reaffirmed its commitment to pursuing legal redress over what it termed the “illegal delisting” and actions taken against its leadership by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
According to the statement, the party is focused on overturning INEC’s decision through ongoing court proceedings, which it believes are critical to preserving the rule of law and protecting Nigeria’s multiparty democratic system. The ADC argued that yielding to political pressure or seeking alternative alignments at this stage would undermine the legal process and its broader democratic responsibility.
The party further alleged that the actions against its leadership were influenced by “agents of the ruling party,” a claim that underscores rising political tensions as the judiciary prepares to deliver judgment on the matter. Despite these concerns, the ADC expressed confidence in the courts, urging judicial authorities to remain impartial and resist any external interference.
While reiterating its openness to building a broader opposition coalition in the future, the party maintained that it has no intention of abandoning its structure or identity. It emphasized that any reports suggesting otherwise are premature and should be disregarded.
The unfolding court case is widely seen as a significant test of Nigeria’s democratic institutions, with potential implications for party autonomy and electoral governance.
