By Iyunade Grace
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suspended its National Vice Chairman for the South-South region, Dr. Usani Uguru Usani, effective immediately. This decision follows a meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC) of the ADC’s Cross River State chapter on October 15, 2025. According to the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Hon. James Otudor, the suspension is due to Dr. Usani’s alleged breaches of the party’s constitution, including anti-party activities, insubordination, and actions detrimental to the party’s unity and electoral prospects.
The SWC’s decision was based on multiple petitions and reports accusing Dr. Usani of engaging in activities that undermine the party’s cohesion and public image. The suspension will remain in effect pending the outcome of a formal investigation by the party’s disciplinary organs. Dr. Usani’s actions were deemed inconsistent with the provisions of the ADC Constitution and grossly detrimental to the party’s unity, discipline, and progress.
In addition to Dr. Usani’s suspension, the ADC has also expressed dissatisfaction with the appointment of Ms. Jackie Wayas as Deputy National Publicity Secretary. The party criticized the lack of consultation with the state leadership before her appointment and questioned her loyalty to the party’s unity in the South-South. The SWC has urged the National Leadership to review her appointment and replace her with a competent, credible, and media-savvy individual from Cross River State with a verifiable record of commitment to the ideals of the ADC.
The party has also warned coalition members to complete their registration or face exclusion from leadership roles. All coalition leaders and intending members have been directed to finalize their membership registration at their respective ward levels within seven days, ending Saturday, October 25, 2025. Failure to comply may result in exclusion from leadership and decision-making processes within the party. The ADC emphasized its commitment to discipline, justice, and accountability, urging members to remain calm, law-abiding, and steadfast as the party’s internal mechanisms take their full course
