Kwara ADC's Abubakar Basambo Resigns Over Leadership Issues

Abubakar Basambo, the former Publicity Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Kwara State, announced his resignation in a letter dated October 23, 2026. He cited leadership failures and a lack of internal democracy as reasons for his departure, accusing party leaders of hypocrisy and double standards.

The ADC's state Secretary, Ibrahim Alege, stated that Basambo's resignation was not surprising and claimed it was a tactic to evade disciplinary proceedings initiated due to concerns about his conduct and commitment to the party's ideals. Alege emphasized that the ADC remains committed to its principles and accountability.

In response, Basambo denied the allegations of evading discipline, asserting that he had not been formally notified of any accusations against him and had not been given a chance to defend himself. He also questioned the fairness of the proposed disciplinary panel, suggesting it included individuals whose conduct he had previously challenged.