ADC Crisis: Internal Wrangling, Not APC, Behind Growing Turmoil
Potiskum LGA Eyes@muhammadnuraibrahim848393
16 days ago
As the leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) intensifies, attempts by some political actors to link the situation to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) are increasingly being viewed as misleading and politically convenient.
A closer and more objective assessment of events shows that the challenges facing the ADC are rooted in internal disagreements, not external interference.
Abbo’s Remarks Taken Out of Context
Much of the narrative dragging the APC into the controversy stems from interpretations of comments made by former Adamawa senator Ishaku Abbo. However, there is no clear indication that he directly accused the APC of orchestrating the crisis. Rather, his views have been reframed by some within and around the party to support a broader, sympathy-driven narrative.
Internal Disputes at the Core: The genesis of the crisis can be traced to leadership changes within the party, particularly the emergence of David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola in key national positions.
Tensions escalated over disagreements on power-sharing arrangements, especially the dispute involving Nafiu Bala and Babachir David Lawal. Allegations that earlier agreements were not respected created dissatisfaction and widened divisions within the party.
These are clear indicators of internal political friction—common in parties undergoing restructuring.
Sympathy Narrative and Political Strategy: The attempt to implicate the APC is part of a deliberate strategy by some actors to gain public sympathy and shift focus away from internal shortcomings. While such narratives may attract attention, they risk distorting the facts and delaying meaningful resolution.
No Substantiated Link to APC or INEC; There is no credible evidence connecting the APC or the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to the ADC’s internal crisis. Both institutions operate within established democratic frameworks, and any claims of interference remain unproven.
The Way Forward: Resolving the crisis will require the ADC leadership and stakeholders to engage in sincere dialogue, uphold agreements, and prioritize unity. Externalizing the problem may only deepen mistrust and prolong instability.
The unfolding situation within the ADC highlights a fundamental truth in politics: strong internal cohesion is essential for stability. While narratives may attempt to shift blame outward, the reality remains that the crisis is internally driven and must be resolved from within.
Mal. Ibrahim M. Nura
Special Assistant on Information and Communication
Office of the Executive Chairman Potiskum Local Government Area.
