Stop Parading Yourself As Sokoto Chair, African Democratic Congress Tells Ex-Candidate

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), in Sokoto State has warned its 2023 gubernatorial candidate, Bello Isyaku, from parading himself as the party’s current chairman in the state.

The state party chairman, Muhammad Umar, while reaffirming the authenticity of its leadership, made it clear that Bello Isiyaku (Keegan) is not and has not been the Chairman of the ADC in Sokoto since September 2022.

Umar noted that Bello Isyaku removal followed disciplinary actions instituted by the national body for seeking the party’s 2023 governorship ticket without clearance and in violation of established procedures.
The ADC explained that a new leadership was subsequently constituted and ratified by the national headquarters, ensuring a smooth transition and continuity of activities within the state.

Umar also recalled that, as the legitimate chairman, he represented Sokoto State at the emergency mini-convention held in Zaria on 22 September 2022, where critical decisions, including the reaffirmation of Chief Ralph Nwosu as national leader, were adopted.

The party therefore, cautioned Bello Isiyaku to desist from parading himself as chairman or making public statements on behalf of the ADC.

It also warned media organizations, political actors and individuals against providing him platforms to issue unauthorized claims, stating that such actions amount to complicity in misrepresentation.

The ADC asserted that, it remains unified, legally structured and firmly aligned with national directives, vowing not to tolerate future misuse of the party’s identity or authority.