The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suspended its National Vice Chairman for the South-South region, Dr. Usani Uguru Usani, over allegations of misconduct and anti-party activities.
The decision was taken after a meeting of the party’s State Working Committee (SWC) in Cross River State on October 15, 2025. In a statement signed by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Hon. James Otudor, and released on Monday in Abuja, the ADC said Dr. Usani’s recent actions were “inconsistent with the provisions of the ADC’s constitution.”
According to the statement, the committee deliberated extensively on several petitions and reports accusing Dr. Usani of “anti-party activities, insubordination to constituted authority, and other acts capable of undermining the image, cohesion, and electoral prospects of the ADC.” The party said, “In accordance with the party’s constitution and disciplinary procedures, Dr. Usani’s suspension will remain in effect pending the outcome of a formal investigation by the relevant party organs.”
The SWC also expressed dissatisfaction with the appointment of Ms. Jackie Wayas as Deputy National Publicity Secretary, saying the decision was made without adequate consultation with the Cross River State leadership. The committee added that Ms. Wayas had “not engaged with the state leadership since assuming the role” and alleged that “her current disposition and loyalty appear to be skewed against the unity and growth of the ADC in the state.”
The statement urged the national leadership to “review her appointment and replace her with a competent, credible, and media-savvy individual from Cross River State with a verifiable record of commitment to the ideals of the ADC.”
The committee also raised concerns about members of the Coalition Movement who had publicly announced their intention to join the ADC but had yet to formalize their membership. While acknowledging that party registration is ongoing, the committee warned that “the ADC will not tolerate dual membership or allow its platform to be used by individuals pursuing multiple partisan interests.” It also noted that some coalition members who attended ADC strategy meetings had “since accepted caretaker or leadership positions in their former political parties.”
The statement directed all coalition leaders and intending members to “complete their registration at their respective ward levels within seven days, ending Saturday, October 25, 2025, or risk exclusion from leadership and decision-making processes within the party.”
