A faction of Nigeria’s African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by Nafi’u Bala, has announced plans to hold a national convention on April 21, 2026, at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, a move that underscores ongoing internal tensions within the party.
The announcement, which surfaced on Tuesday, signals a deepening leadership dispute within the ADC, as rival factions continue to lay claim to the party’s national structure ahead of future political contests.
While organisers aligned with Bala say the convention will focus on strengthening party unity and outlining a forward-looking agenda, critics within opposing camps argue the move lacks legitimacy and risks further fragmenting the party.
The ADC, once seen as a growing alternative platform in Nigeria’s political landscape, has in recent years grappled with internal crises, including disputes over leadership, candidate selection, and party direction.
Political analysts say the planned convention could either serve as a turning point for reconciliation or deepen divisions, depending on how inclusive the process proves to be.
As of now, there has been no unified response from the party’s national leadership, raising questions about whether parallel conventions or legal challenges could emerge in the coming days.
The situation adds to a broader pattern of factional struggles within Nigerian political parties, where internal democracy and cohesion often remain key challenges ahead of major electoral cycles.
