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The Rivers State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has linked the crisis within the All Progressives Congress (APC), particularly in Rivers State, to the growing political dissatisfaction in the country.
The party expressed concern over the development, describing it as indicative of unresolved internal tensions within the ruling party, which it said are being downplayed rather than properly addressed.
Reacting to the withdrawal of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Tonye Cole and George-Kelly D.A. from the APC governorship primaries on Wednesday night, the Rivers ADC chairman, Chukwudi Dimkpa, said the situation remains an internal matter for the APC.
Dimkpa added that the developments point to growing dissatisfaction, uncertainty and instability within the ruling political structure, both in Rivers State and across the country.
He said, “For us in the ADC, and indeed for other opposition parties, the lesson is not to celebrate the challenges of others, but to recognize that Nigerians are yearning for a credible, stable, people-oriented alternative capable of restoring confidence in governance and democratic leadership.”
Dimkpa stated that the political consciousness of the people is rising daily.
“Citizens are paying closer attention to issues of internal democracy, leadership sincerity, transparency, inclusiveness, and the ability of political parties to manage their own affairs responsibly.
“So yes, developments such as these naturally create political openings for opposition parties, especially those that are organized, disciplined, and genuinely connected to the aspirations of the people.
“But beyond leverage, our focus in ADC is to continue strengthening our structures across the 23 LGAs, mobilizing credible leadership, and presenting practical solutions that resonate with the everyday realities of Rivers people and Nigerians at large”.
The Rivers state ADC chairman said that what Rivers people want now is not endless political conflict, but purposeful leadership, economic direction, security, jobs, and hope for the future, adding that ADC remains committed to offering that alternative.
He called on the Rivers people and Nigerians in general to rally round the ADC which he said “is fully prepared to give Nigerians the best leadership”.
