Rivers State ADC Disowns Alleged Fake Chairman, Raises Concerns Over Political Infiltration
By Queen Madaki | February 11, 2026
The Bureau News reports that the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rivers State Chapter, has distanced itself from a press statement attributed to Mr. Igwe Sunday Ohahuru, who allegedly presented himself as the Chairman of the party in Ikwerre Local Government Area.
In an official statement signed by Chief Leader Sampson, State Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rivers State Chapter, the party described the claim as false and misleading.
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The statement said, “For the avoidance of doubt, Mr. Igwe Sunday Ohahuru is not a member of the African Democratic Congress and does not hold any office or authority to speak for or on behalf of the party at any level.”
The party alleged that the development forms part of what it described as attempts by political infiltrators to create confusion and destabilise the party’s structure in Ikwerre Local Government Area and Rivers State.
According to the ADC, the recognised Chairman of the party in Ikwerre LGA is Mr. Temple Chinedu Egwenike, whose leadership it said remains constitutionally backed and fully acknowledged by the party hierarchy.
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The Rivers State Chapter further expressed concern over what it described as credible information suggesting plans to obtain questionable court orders to legitimise alleged irregular actions.
The party urged the judiciary to remain impartial and vigilant, stressing that it should not be used as an instrument for political destabilisation or partisan interference in party affairs.
ADC also called on security agencies, including the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police Force, to monitor the situation to prevent any breakdown of law and order.
While reaffirming its commitment to peaceful democratic engagement, the party encouraged members and supporters to remain law-abiding and actively participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration exercise.
The statement emphasised that the ADC remains focused on strengthening its structures across all 23 Local Government Areas of Rivers State as it positions itself as a platform for progressive governance.
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