The Kaduna State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expelled its Deputy Chairman, Ahmed Mustapha, and eight other top officials over alleged gross misconduct, insubordination, and attempts to usurp leadership positions within the party.
The sweeping move, described by insiders as “a necessary purge to restore discipline,” was one of the conclusions made by the State Executive Committee at an emergency meeting in Kaduna on Wednesday.
The expulsion affects the State Publicity Secretary, Idris Musa; State Vice Chairman (Zone 1), Sulaiman Abdullahi; State Treasurer, Gambo Sani; State Financial Secretary, Magaji Maiwada; and State Legal Adviser, Danlami Dabai Musa.
Others include Saura Muhammed, the State Coordinator for Persons with Disabilities; Ibrahim Muhammed, the State Deputy Youth Leader; and Mansur Gaga.
The challenged officers were accused of carrying out “activities capable of undermining the unity, image, and lawful operation” of the ADC in Kaduna and the Northwest zone.
According to the SEC decision, the members allegedly held secret meetings to plot leadership changes, faked official documents, and extorted money from party members, all in violation of the ADC’s constitution.
At a press conference following the meeting, Kaduna State ADC Chairman Elder Patrick Ambut stated that the party could no longer tolerate actions that jeopardized its internal coherence.
He said that Kaduna’s leadership remained “committed to discipline, transparency, and the rule of law,” and that the expulsions followed due procedure as outlined in the ADC constitution.
“As law-abiding members of the ADC, we are committed to upholding the party’s constitution and safeguarding its integrity. No individual, no matter his position, is above the law of the party,” Ambut said.
The chairman accused Mustapha, the deputy chairman, of misuse of authority, impersonation, and conduct that could cause division not just in Kaduna State but also in the Northwest zone.
“These actions constitute a gross violation of the ADC constitution and are contrary to established party procedures,” Ambut said.
“The Deputy Chairman acted without due process, as he lacks the constitutional authority to convene any meeting or issue such directives on behalf of the party.”
Meanwhile, the party announced the nomination of Alex Tagwai, Deputy State Publicity Secretary, as Acting Publicity Secretary, awaiting future changes in the state leadership.
Ambut stated that the decision was unanimously approved by the SEC, local government chairmen, and other stakeholders during the meeting.
“Mr. Tagwai will immediately assume responsibilities to ensure the smooth functioning of the publicity unit and prevent any communication gaps,” Ambut said.
He also asked members to be calm and loyal to the constituted leadership, warning that future acts of indiscipline would not be condoned.
