Ogun ADC Dismisses Fund Diversion Allegations Against Chair

The Ogun State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has publicly dismissed allegations of financial impropriety against its chairman, Olufemi Soluad. During a press briefing held at the party's secretariat in Abeokuta, Adesina Olanrewaju, the party's Director of Media and Communications, stated that the claims were unfounded and misleading.

The allegations arose following a petition accusing Soluad of mismanaging funds intended for the purchase of nomination forms for the upcoming 2027 elections. Olanrewaju asserted that the party conducted an internal investigation and found no evidence to support the claims.

He clarified that the funds in question were strictly for purchasing nomination forms for aspirants and highlighted that the party had clear records of payments made directly to the ADC national secretariat. Furthermore, Olanrewaju noted that the petitioners were not recognized members of the ADC, raising questions about their motives.

The party has also faced challenges with the distribution of nomination forms, with concerns about a parallel group disrupting preparations for the presidential primaries in Ogun State.