The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has instructed its governorship candidates nationwide to eliminate hate speech, toxic ethnic profiling, and deceitful campaign manifestos as the party begins formal mobilization for the upcoming 2027 general elections.
​The directives were issued during a high-level candidate consultation meeting held on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja.
​ADC National Chairman, Senator David Mark, addressed state flagbearers alongside members of the executive executive committee, warning that dishonest commitments to voters risk permanently damaging the credibility of the opposition party.
​”Our campaign must reflect the kind of country that we would like to build. Avoid hate speech, ethnic or religious profiling,” Mark declared. “We cannot be associated with violence in whatever form. Unlike other political parties, ADC does not believe that all is fair in politics.”
​In a statement relayed by ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi, party executives outlined strict internal guidelines for candidates as state elections draw closer:
Candidates must familiarize themselves with the governing values set out in the party’s primary policy handbook, the ‘Orange Book,’ alongside its official manifesto.
The party leadership pledged zero tolerance for campaigns rooted in sectarianism, ethnic division, or violent intimidation. Pledges made during campaign tours must be fully achievable to prevent public disillusionment and uphold party integrity.
​During the session, governorship candidates unanimously endorsed the national leadership’s strategic campaign blueprint, which prioritizes economic relief measures, chiefly advocating for targeted interventions to curb the rising cost of living and reduce petrol prices.
The candidates closed the meeting by taking turns to pledge their loyalty to the party’s ethical framework ahead of the upcoming electoral cycle.
