Vice President Kashim Shettima criticises ADC over alleged fake entries on its online membership portal and defends the Tinubu administration ahead of 2027 elections
Vice President Kashim Shettima has criticised the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over its online membership registration exercise, alleging that the platform has been flooded with fake identities.
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The ADC had commenced nationwide online membership registration on March 1 in preparation for the 2027 general election, in compliance with the amended Electoral Act.
The party also directed existing members to update and revalidate their details in line with the Electoral Act 2026 and guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
However, the registration process reportedly encountered issues, including incorrect details, fake names, National Identification Numbers, and mismatched photographs.
The party later stated that it had corrected observed anomalies on its digital platform following reports of irregularities.
Speaking during an interfaith breaking of fast hosted by President Bola Tinubu, Shettima mocked the opposition party.
“The same Alliance for Democratic Confusion that was adamant that we must have electronic transmission of votes opened their portal for membership registration, and it was overwhelmed by an avalanche of fake names and fictitious identities,” he said.
The vice president accused the opposition of spreading misinformation about the policies of the Tinubu administration, adding that political officeholders must defend the government’s achievements as the next election cycle approaches.
Shettima also dismissed claims that state governors were being pressured to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), insisting that any such moves were voluntary.
“Politically speaking, we are in a more comfortable position now than in 2023,” he added.
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The remarks come amid heightened political activities ahead of the 2027 general elections.
