The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has clarified that the tenure of its newly elected executives will begin on May 12, 2026.
In a statement on Friday, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party’s spokesperson, said the new officers cannot assume office until the expiration of the tenure of the current executives and their formal inauguration.
Abdullahi said the party fixed May 12, 2026, as the commencement date or any later date that may be officially communicated.
He added that all existing executives remain the duly recognised officers of the party until the completion of the transition process.
The party advised newly elected executives, particularly at the state level, to desist from any action or representation that could contravene its constitutional provisions or create confusion within its structure.
The ADC said it remains committed to orderliness, discipline, and strict adherence to its constitution and democratic processes.
This warning comes as some of the state chapters of the party are currently facing leadership challenges arising from the newly elected executives who have now been ratified at its national convention
