By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
Kabba, the headquarters of Kogi West Senatorial District, came alive over the weekend as stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) formally unveiled the party’s structure for the zone ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The event, which drew supporters from all seven local government areas of the district, was described by party leaders as the start of “a new chapter of progress and inclusive development” for Kogi West and the state at large. Members and supporters came from Kabba-Bunu, Kogi/Koton Karfe, Mopa-Muro, Ijumu, Yagba East, Yagba West, and Lokoja LGAs.
Speakers at the unveiling lamented years of neglect in rural communities, particularly in education, healthcare, security, and infrastructure. They emphasized that the ADC offers a credible alternative for citizens seeking meaningful change. The Kabba event is part of the party’s nationwide strategy to strengthen its presence across all 36 states.
The ceremony was graced by ADC Vice Chairman (North Central) Sen. Tunde Ogbeha; Sen. Dino Melaye; Hon. Kingsley Temitope Ogga; State Chairman Comrade Adaji John; State Secretary Alh. Musa Ahmadu; former Secretary to the Kogi State Government Alh. Musa Ahmadu; former PDP National Publicity Secretary Chief Kola Ologbondiyan; former Kogi SSG Chief Mrs. Justina Abanida; and several others including former governorship candidate Olayinka Braimoh and ex-Lokoja LGA chairman Alh. Bologi Yabagi.
Sen. Ogbeha hailed the unveiling as “a new chapter for ADC in Kogi West and Kogi State,” stressing that the party’s mission to rescue Nigeria requires collective resolve. He reaffirmed the expulsion of Hon. Leke Abejide from the party, emphasizing that Abejide would not fly the ADC ticket in 2027.
Ogbeha called on party members to intensify grassroots mobilization and urged community leaders to support the building of strong ward and unit structures, saying true development begins at the local level.
Sen. Dino Melaye criticized the APC-led administration, citing worsening hunger, unemployment, and insecurity. He warned Hon. Leke Abejide against actions that could cause discord in Okunland, insisting the people “are patiently waiting for him at home.” Melaye stressed that the ADC is the only credible alternative with the moral courage and political will to reposition Nigeria.
State Secretary Alh. Musa Ahmadu urged the APC government to embrace accountability, stressing that nation-building requires transparency. He encouraged residents of Kogi West to participate in the upcoming ADC membership drive, noting that strong civic engagement is key to dislodging the APC in 2027.
Goodwill messages were also delivered by the National Deputy Welfare Secretary Comrade David Itopa and Hajiya Habibat Mohammed Deen, representing Kogi Central and Kogi East, respectively.
