2027: ADC conducts congresses across Ebonyi LGAs

African Democratic Congress (ADC) has conducted congresses across the 13 local government areas, 171 wards, and 2,975 polling units in Ebonyi as part of efforts to strengthen its grassroots base ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Chairman of the Ebonyi State ADC Congress Committee, Uche Onyeagucha, said the exercise was designed to deepen internal democracy, noting that the party would not adopt the traditional delegates system.

According to him, candidates would emerge either through consensus or direct primaries, ensuring a transparent and inclusive process for members.

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“We will not be using national delegates. Candidates will emerge either through consensus or direct primaries. We assure members of a transparent process,” he said.

The Secretary of the State Congress Committee, Barrister Sunday Udedibia, also reaffirmed the committee’s commitment to delivering a credible exercise that would move the party forward.

State Chairman of the party, Jennifer Adibe-Nwafor, described turnout across the state as impressive and commended members for their active participation.

She added that the party complied with provisions of the Electoral Act by notifying the Independent National Electoral Commission ahead of the exercise, noting that security agencies monitored the process.

Adibe-Nwafor further disclosed that the party’s primaries are scheduled to hold between April 23 and April 30.

Also speaking is the State Secretary for Electoral Matters and INEC Liaison Officer, Engr. Basil Imoke described participation as massive in areas he monitored.

Some officials emerged through consensus in parts of the state. In Ezza North Local Government Area, Oshim Ekuma was re-elected as chairman, while Chika Igwe and Peace Nwafor were returned in Okposi Ward. In Ekka Ward, Anayo Nwankwo also emerged as chairman, attributing the peaceful conduct of the exercise to the consensus approach.

Party members said the early conduct of the congresses forms part of efforts to reposition the party ahead of the 2027 elections.