The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has received a significant boost in Edo State with the defection of several prominent politicians to the party. A high-powered meeting held at the residence of Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, a former governor of the state, drew notable personalities from across the state, including former governors, senators, and members of the House of Representatives.
The meeting, which was attended by Sen. Osarhiemen Osunbor, Sir Rowland Owie, Sen. Ehigie Uzamere, and former House of Representatives members, including Hon Sergius Ogun, marked a major turning point for the party in the state. The attendees expressed confidence in the party's ability to win the August 16 by-elections in the state and the 2027 presidential election.
According to Owie, members of the League of Democrats, a prominent political group, have agreed to join the ADC. "We have been holding meetings every Thursday for the past three months, every member of The League of Democrats, and we have agreed to become members of the ADC," Owie stated.
Odigie-Oyegun, addressing journalists after the meeting, explained that the gathering aimed to brief leaders on developments and receive groups from other political parties. He added that two committees were set up to work closely with the existing ADC State executive to ensure efficient membership registration and mobilization of people to register as members.
"We are fresh blood. We don’t want to disturb those who have served the party," Oyegun stated. "This is in addition to getting messages, carrying out efficient membership registration all over, in a way that is effective and confirmed. In a few days, we will do the fantastic convert," he added.
Osunbor, on his part, described the stakeholders meeting as a clarion call to rally around the coalition. "There are people of integrity in ADC who will ensure a change in the system of governance in Nigeria," he noted. "We are confident that the party will win the August 16 by-elections and the 2027 presidential election."
The ADC leaders' confidence in the party's prospects is not unfounded. The party has been gaining momentum in the state, with several notable politicians defecting to the party in recent times. The party's commitment to promoting good governance and accountability has resonated with many Nigerians, who are increasingly disillusioned with the traditional political parties.
As the party continues to grow and gain momentum, it remains to be seen whether it can translate its newfound strength into electoral success. One thing is certain, however: the ADC is now a force to be reckoned with in Edo State politics.
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