The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has publicly revealed that it turned down substantial financial inducements intended to weaken its role within Nigeria’s opposition coalition, underscoring its steadfast dedication to safeguarding the country’s democratic values.
Chief Ralph Nwosu, the founder and pioneer National Chairman of the ADC, disclosed this during the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday.
Speaking to party officials including members of the National Working Committee (NWC), NEC, and Board of Trustees (BoT) Nwosu emphasized that the ADC would remain impervious to monetary temptations or other forms of coercion.
“Some politicians think it’s all about money, and they say if you can’t be bought with one amount, then offer more. But we in the ADC, especially the NWC, said no. We rejected every offer, both within Nigeria and abroad, because we stand for democratic principles,” Nwosu declared.
He highlighted the party’s significant achievement on July 2, when the ADC played a pivotal role in reviving democratic values by forming a broad opposition coalition a move he described as a historic turning point for Nigeria.
“What we accomplished on July 2 was one of the toughest processes, but we did it together. We resurrected democracy, and now it’s unstoppable,” he asserted.
Nwosu further called on key national institutions the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the judiciary, and the National Assembly to uphold their roles in protecting Nigeria’s democracy.
“Every time democracy suffers, institutions like INEC and the National Assembly lose credibility, and Nigeria’s value diminishes. I urge the judiciary, INEC, and all institutions to stand firm so that the democracy we’ve restored can progress smoothly,” he warned.
Reflecting on the party’s remarkable growth, Nwosu revealed that the ADC has evolved from a minor political entity into a powerful platform boasting over 100 elected officials, including 28 senators and 46 House of Representatives members achievements realized well before the 2027 elections.
“We have moved from barely winning five House seats to holding over 100 elected positions. This growth reflects the clear, strategic steps we’ve taken and the competence we represent. Nigerians have embraced the ADC; each state demands at least two million membership cards. This is the greatest reward for us,” he said.
Nwosu concluded with a powerful call to action, stressing the urgent need for Nigerians to genuinely enjoy the benefits of democracy to avoid societal decay.
“If our people don’t begin to enjoy the fruits of democracy, we risk criminalizing ourselves. It requires re-engineering our hearts, minds, and souls to keep democracy alive.
“No amount of money can fight all Nigerians. We have taken a stand to ensure Nigerian democracy stays on the right path. Our children and grandchildren will rest easy knowing we stood for what is right,” he affirmed.
