AFRICAN DEMOCRATIC CONGRESS
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
PRESS STATEMENT / PUBLIC NOTICE
RE: FRAUDULENT CLAIMS ON AUTHORIZATION FOR SALE OF NOMINATION FORMS
The attention of the African Democratic Congress National Headquarters has been drawn to a viral video circulating on social media alleging that the National Chairman, Senator David Mark, GCON, passed a message through a fraudulent stakeholder authorizing the sale of nomination forms.
Our position is clear:
- Only Official Channels Are Valid
Any official communication from the National Chairman or the National Working Committee must be issued through the National Publicity Secretary. Any other message claiming to represent the position of the National Chairman or NWC is false, unauthorized, and a blatant lie being spread on social media without shame. It would be hilarious if it were not tragic for party unity and progress ahead of the 2027 elections. - Mandate for Sale of Nomination Forms
The sale of nomination forms for the offices of President, Governor, Senate, and House of Representatives is constitutionally vested in the Office of the National Organising Secretary.
The sale of nomination forms for State House of Assembly is handled at the State Party Headquarters.
Any sale, collection, or purported authorization outside these offices is a direct violation of the party constitution and the Electoral Act process. - Coordination Through State Headquarters
The National Chairman and the National Working Committee conduct all party activities and affairs in the states strictly through the recognized State Party Headquarters. No individual or unauthorized group has the mandate to act outside this structure.
The party warns members and the public to disregard any fraudulent messages, unauthorized agents, and fake directives circulating online. Those engaging in impersonation and misinformation will be dealt with in line with the party constitution and the law.
We urge all genuine members to remain focused, law-abiding, and committed to building a united ADC ahead of 2027.
Malam Bolaji Abdullahi
National Publicity Secretary