ADC Benue Elders Council inauguration marks party expansion in Benue as stakeholders outline reforms, congress plans, and electoral ambitions
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Benue State has inaugurated a State Elders Council alongside a stakeholders’ meeting aimed at reviewing ongoing congress activities and strengthening the party’s internal structure ahead of upcoming elections.
The ADC Benue Elders Council inauguration formed the highlight of the gathering, which brought together party leaders, members and aspirants across various levels.
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The council is expected to serve as an advisory body to guide decision-making and provide strategic direction for the party within the state.
Speaking at the event, Senator Emmanuel Yisa Orker-Jev, a senior party leader in Benue, commended the state leadership for its commitment and organisational efforts.
He urged members to remain focused and consistent in their activities as the party continues to build its presence.
Senator Orker-Jev described the ADC as a growing political force, asserting that it has emerged as a leading minority party not only in Benue but across Nigeria.
He expressed confidence in the party’s prospects, stating that it is well positioned to compete effectively in forthcoming elections.
He also made remarks about the political landscape in the state, claiming that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is divided into factions.
According to him, movements between such factions are often misrepresented as party defections, while the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state, he alleged, aligns with one of those blocs.
The senator further characterised the ADC as a stable and unified platform, describing it as free from internal divisions.
He noted that the party remains open to new members and is actively welcoming individuals interested in joining its ranks.
At the meeting, Chief Terngu Tsegba, the Protem Chairman of the party in Benue, provided updates on the ongoing congress process.
He explained that internal elections would take place across polling units, wards, local government areas and at the state level, as part of efforts to deepen democratic participation within the party structure.
Tsegba also announced that nomination forms are available for aspirants seeking positions at various levels, encouraging interested members to obtain them from the state secretariat.
Additionally, Rt. Hon. Chile Igbawua delivered updates from the national secretariat, noting that the National Working Committee has been working on policy formulation and a reviewed party constitution.
He stated that the updated framework is designed to ensure that elected officials operate in line with party ideology and remain accountable to established guidelines.
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The event concluded with the formal inauguration of the State Elders Council, whose members were drawn from all 23 local government areas of Benue State. The council is expected to play a key role in advising the party leadership and supporting its long-term strategic objectives.
