Suspected political thugs disrupted the maiden meeting of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Young Women Forum on Friday in Eleme Local Government Area.
Suspected political thugs disrupted the first meeting of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) Young Women Forum. The incident took place on Friday in Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State. The Daily Trust report describes the event as the maiden gathering of the forum, with the title referring to it as a rally.
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The Federal Capital Territory's area council elections on February 21, 2026, recorded low voter turnout and late polling station openings, according to Yiaga Africa. Allegations of voter intimidation arose due to the presence of Minister Nyesom Wike at polling units, while security measures blocked entry points to Abuja. Former senator Shehu Sani noted widespread apathy among residents.
Former Rivers State Governor Rotimi Amaechi escaped an attack by gunmen in Rivers State. In a related incident, thugs razed the secretariat of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the state. The ADC has condemned the attack as an assault on democracy.
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned the disruption of its activities in Borno State and called for a police investigation into the incident.
The African Democratic Congress has accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of forging provisions in recently passed tax laws. The party demands immediate suspension of the laws and a public inquiry into the alleged alterations. Concerns are mounting as more lawmakers reject the gazetted versions.
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Former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi has urged the African Democratic Congress to zone its presidential ticket to the South ahead of the 2027 general elections. Political consultations are intensifying quietly as parties prepare for the polls.
Nigerian politician Gada has defected from the African Democratic Congress to the People's Democratic Party.
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Outrage has trailed scenes from a festival in Delta State, as police confirmed the arrest of the event’s organiser and four other suspects over the assault. The event has been referred to as a 'Rape Festival'.