By Khalid Idris Doya The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Gombe State has expelled one member and removed three senior off...
By Khalid Idris Doya
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Gombe State has expelled one member and removed three senior officials from office over alleged anti-party activities and actions considered harmful to the unity and stability of the party.
Announcing the decision at a press conference in Gombe on Tuesday, the State Chairman of the ADC, Malam Auwal Abba Barde, said the disciplinary measures followed thorough investigations and recommendations by party organs.
Those affected include Nafiu Bala, expelled from the party after declaring himself the National Chairman of the ADC. Others removed from their positions are the State Deputy Chairman, Nasiru Lawan; the State Secretary, Danladi Ya’u; and the State Youth Leader, Abdulkadir Sa’idu (popularly known as Digiri).
Barde explained that Bala’s expulsion was based on the findings of the Nasarawo Ward Disciplinary Committee, which found him guilty of gross misconduct, factionalization, and anti-party activities.
He said Bala was duly invited — both personally and through a newspaper publication — to appear before the committee and defend himself but failed to do so.
“By parading himself as the National Chairman of the ADC, Nafiu Bala not only misrepresented the party’s leadership but also caused serious confusion and division within our ranks,” Barde stated.
He added that the State Executive Committee had ratified the ward’s recommendation and would forward the decision to the national leadership for further enforcement.
The chairman stressed that the action was meant to send a clear warning that indiscipline, disloyalty, and sabotage would not be tolerated in the ADC.
“The committee reviewed the allegations and established that these individuals consistently acted in ways that undermine the progress of our great party,” he said.
Barde assured members that despite the disciplinary action, the ADC remained strong and united as it prepared for the 2027 general elections.
“As the political drums beat louder ahead of 2027, the ADC is determined to secure more seats in Gombe State and beyond. These incidents are mere stumbles that will not make us fall,” he added.
The development is seen as one of the boldest disciplinary steps taken by the ADC in Gombe State in recent years, signaling the party’s resolve to consolidate its structures ahead of the next polls.
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