Why I Still Joined ADC Despite Crisis” – Rotimi Amaechi Opens Up On Defection

Speaking during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Rotimi maintained that the ADC is not entirely flawed.

He acknowledged that the party’s internal crisis is largely self-inflicted but insisted it can still be resolved if the leadership makes the right moves.

According to him, no political system is entirely good or bad, adding that even with its shortcomings, the party can still work if stakeholders are willing to cooperate.

Rotimi also noted that he prefers working within what he described as the “lesser evil” of Nigeria’s political space, which he said has failed the country in many ways, including some influential figures within the ADC.

He further stressed that for the party to function effectively, certain individuals must avoid belittling others and instead promote unity and mutual respect.

Meanwhile, the ADC Youth Wing has issued a three-day ultimatum to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), demanding the reinstatement of the party’s leadership as recognised in 2025 or face nationwide civic action.

The group warned that failure to comply could lead to peaceful protests across the country, including possible occupation of INEC offices in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

Speaking to journalists at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja, the ADC National Youth Leader, Balarabe Rufa’i, accused INEC of overstepping its constitutional boundaries and undermining democratic institutions.

He described the situation as a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy, alleging that key institutions meant to safeguard the people’s will are being compromised.

Rufa’i traced the crisis to a National Executive Committee meeting held on July 29, 2025, where the party dissolved its National Working Committee and elected a new leadership led by former Senate President David Mark.