The Imo and Rivers chapters of African Democratic Congress (ADC) have distanced themselves from a suit filed against the party’s national leadership at the Federal High Court, Abuja, declaring the action unauthorised and unrepresentative.
In separate statements issued on Sunday in Abuja, Chief Leader Sampson and Prof. James Okoroma, Chairmen of Rivers and Imo respectively, said they were not consulted nor did they give approval for the legal move.
The duo stressed that the action reflected only the position of the individuals involved.
Okoroma, in particular, stated that neither the state structure nor its chairman was a party to the case, warning against litigations aimed at creating confusion within ADC.
He reaffirmed loyalty to the national leadership under David Mark and expressed confidence in internal mechanisms for resolving disputes.
The Rivers ADC chairman also echoed similar sentiments, emphasising commitment to internal democracy, rule of law and party unity, while cautioning against presenting personal actions as collective decisions.
Both chapters urged members to prioritise internal dispute resolution and avoid actions capable of weakening party cohesion.
According to them, ADC remains focused on strengthening its structure and advancing members’ interests.