The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the suspension of its South-South National Vice Chairman, Dr. Usani Uguru Usani, citing allegations of misconduct.
This decision was reached following a meeting of the Cross River State Chapter’s State Working Committee (SWC) held on October 15, 2025.
In a statement released Monday in Abuja and signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Hon. James Otudor, the party said Dr. Usani’s actions were found to be in violation of the ADC constitution.
According to the statement, the SWC thoroughly reviewed multiple petitions and internal reports that accused Dr. Usani of engaging in anti-party behavior, disobeying party leadership and committing acts considered harmful to the unity and public image of the ADC.
The party clarified that the suspension will stand while a full investigation is carried out by the appropriate disciplinary bodies within the party structure.
Additionally, the Cross River chapter raised concerns over the recent appointment of Ms. Jackie Wayas as Deputy National Publicity Secretary.
The SWC criticized the lack of consultation with state leadership prior to her appointment and claimed Ms. Wayas had failed to engage with party structures in the state since assuming office.
The committee alleged that her conduct and allegiance were not in alignment with the values and unity of the party in Cross River.
As a result, it urged the national leadership to reconsider her appointment and replace her with a capable, media-savvy individual with a proven track record of loyalty to the ADC and its principles.
The SWC also expressed reservations about certain members of the Coalition Movement who had publicly declared their intention to join the ADC but had not completed the party’s formal registration process months later.
While acknowledging that party registration is ongoing, the committee warned that it would not tolerate members with dual loyalties or affiliations with other political platforms.
It noted that some coalition figures had attended ADC strategic meetings only to later assume caretaker roles in their previous parties.
The statement concluded by directing all coalition leaders and aspiring members to finalize their registration at their respective ward levels within seven days, by Saturday, October 25, 2025, or risk exclusion from any leadership or decision-making roles within the party.
