ADC Cross River accuses PDP of hijacking attempts, affirming unity and lawful leadership ahead of elections
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Cross River State has accused a group of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members of attempting to take over the party’s organisational structure in the state.
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The accusation was made during a press briefing in Calabar by McFarlane Ejah, ADC vice chairman for the Central Senatorial District.
Ejah condemned the actions of individuals who are not members of the ADC but reportedly plan to hold meetings and register members across the 18 local government areas without the party’s approval.
“We condemn in strong terms the actions of individuals who are not members of our party but are attempting to hold meetings in our name. This is morally wrong and democratically unacceptable,” he stated.
He described the formation of the purported committee as unconstitutional and an attack on the party’s leadership.
“The composition of the purported committee is alien to the leadership of ADC in Cross River State. The state leadership was not involved in submitting the names published as members of the committee,” Ejah added.
The vice chairman emphasised that the party would resist any attempt to hijack its structure, reiterating its commitment to justice, people-centred development, and the upholding of political decorum.
The allegations come after reports of a clash between two ADC factions in Calabar, which necessitated police intervention.
The Cross River State Police Command, through its spokesperson Sunday Eitokpah, assured the public that the situation was under control.
“Members of the public are advised to remain calm and go about their lawful activities, as the situation is under control,” he said.
The ADC maintains that it is united and has no internal factions, affirming that the current leadership is the only recognised authority.
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The party confirmed that it is preparing to field candidates in future elections while upholding the will of the people.
