ADC Reveals Manifesto Dream Team: 50 Names Including Top Political Heavyweights

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the formation of its 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee, following approval by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The appointment was endorsed by ADC National Chairman, Senator David Mark, reflecting the party’s commitment to developing a credible, people-centered, and forward-looking policy framework for national governance.

The committee brings together a distinguished group of Nigerians from diverse sectors, including former public office holders, academics, technocrats, policy experts, civil society leaders, and professionals, collectively offering extensive experience in governance, economic management, social development, security, and democratic reform.

The committee will be chaired by former Edo State Governor Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, with Professor Pat Utomi as Deputy Chairman, and Salihu Lukman as Secretary.

According to the ADC, the committee’s mandate is to articulate a clear, coherent, and credible policy direction that reflects Nigerians’ aspirations and positions the party as a serious alternative for responsible leadership and national renewal.

The committee’s formal inauguration is scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 12 noon, at the Conference Hall of the ADC National Secretariat, Abuja.

In a statement signed by National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi, the party emphasized:

“Nigeria’s challenges require ideas rooted in competence, integrity, and national consensus. We are confident this committee will produce a manifesto addressing the real needs of Nigerians. All members and stakeholders are invited to take note.”

COMPOSITION OF THE 50-MEMBER ADC POLICY AND MANIFESTO COMMITTEE

• John Odigie-Oyegun – Chairman

• Prof. Pat Utomi – Deputy Chairman

• Salihu Lukman – Secretary

• Sen. Gershon Bassey – Member

• Sen. J.J. Akpan Udo-Udeghe – Member

• Amb Abiye Mohammed – Member

• H.E. Simon Achuba – Member

• Prof. Ibrahim Garba – Member

• Bala Usman – Member

• Bulus Bello Zaki Piko – Member

• Ose Anenih – Member

• Dr Nicholas Msheliza – Member

• Dr David Olofu – Member

• Dr Okey Ezegwu – Member

• Dr Mohammed Jibrin Yusufari – Member

• Joel Adi Gani – Member

• Prof. Jude Njoku – Member

• Miss Yemi Adamolekun – Member

• Prof. Anthony Kila – Member

• Nkovo Toyo – Member

• Dr Usman Bugaje – Member

• Oseloka Obaze – Member

• Dr Otive Igbuzor – Member

• Engr. Bello Suleiman – Member

• Prof. Chidi Odinkalu – Member

• AVM Sadique Abubakar – Member

• Madam Jumoke Olawuyi – Member

• Prof. Murtala Sagagi – Member

• Dr Kerian Wobodo – Member

• Dr Fatima Zara Saleh – Member

• Prof. Kolapo Eleka – Member

• Barr Makber Oson Jacob – Member

• Prof. Remi Sonaiya – Member

• Moji Ajayi (Mrs) – Member

• Prof. Sam Amadi – Member

• Dr Babayo Ardo – Member

• Pastor Funke Awowolo – Member

• Dr Ndubuisi Nwobu – Member

• Hon. Aminu Muhammad Gumel – Member

• Ngozi Ndukwe – Member

• Prof. Doknan Disent Sheni – Member

• Prof. Saheed Malik – Member

• Dr Sunday Taiwako Anyabuga – Member

• Ms Helen Yashin – Member

• Dr John Markus Ayuba – Member

• Dr Chike Okogwu – Member

• Barr. (Mrs) Salametu A. Izuagie – Member

• Chief (Mrs) Uwaoma Olevengwa – Member

• Alhaja Hafsat Moji Bello – Member

• Hon. Sani Yakubu Noma – Member

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