Imo, the Lagos, Rivers, and Zamfara State chapters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have joined others who have distanced themselves from a suit filed against the party’s national leadership at the Federal High Court, Abuja.
  
In unmistakable terms, Imo and Rivers ADC declared the action as unauthorised and unrepresentative.
  
In separate statements, both chapters said they were neither consulted nor gave approval for the legal move, stressing that “it reflects only the position of the individuals involved.”
  
The Imo chapter, in a statement signed by its chairman, Prof. James Okoroma, stated that neither the state structure nor its chairman was a party to the case and warned against litigations aimed at creating confusion within the party. 
  
The chapter reaffirmed loyalty to the national leadership under David Mark and expressed confidence in internal mechanisms for resolving disputes.
   
The Rivers chapter 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 to avoid actions that could weaken party cohesion, insisting that “ADC remains focused on strengthening its structure and advancing members’ interests.”
  
They, Lagos and Zamfara, equally pledged loyalty to the Mark leadership, stressing that it had the confidence of the people and was capable of guiding the ADC to victory come 2027.
  
ADC chairmen from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) reportedly filed the suit against the party’s National Working Committee (NWC). The plaintiffs are challenging Mark’s leadership and alleging constitutional breaches regarding the appointment of committees for the April 2026 primaries.
  
The plaintiffs seek an injunction to halt the primary process. With the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) joined as a party to the suit, observers have warned that the dispute could disrupt the ADC’s election preparations and deepen internal divisions.