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ADC sets up 50-Member Committee to shape party’s policy direction (Full List)
Chief John Odigie-Oyegun was named Chairman, with Prof. Pat Utomi as Deputy Chairman.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the constitution of a 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee, following the approval of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC).
The committee was endorsed by the National Chairman of the ADC, Senator David A. B. Mark (GCON), as part of efforts to develop a credible, people-focused and forward-looking policy framework ahead of future national engagements.
According to the party, members of the committee were drawn from diverse professional backgrounds, including former public office holders, academics, technocrats, policy experts, civil society leaders and professionals with extensive experience in governance, economic management, social development, security and democratic reform.
The committee will be chaired by former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, with renowned political economist, Professor Pat Utomi, serving as Deputy Chairman. Former APC National Vice Chairman (North-West), Salihu Lukman, will serve as Secretary.
The ADC said the committee has been mandated to articulate a clear, coherent and credible policy direction that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians and positions the party as a viable alternative platform for responsible leadership and national renewal.
The party further disclosed that the formal inauguration of the committee has been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 12 noon, at the Conference Hall of the ADC National Secretariat in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC expressed confidence that the committee would deliver a manifesto anchored on competence, integrity and national consensus.
The party urged members and stakeholders to take note of the development.
Committee Leadership
Chairman: Chief John Odigie-Oyegun
Deputy Chairman: Prof. Pat Utomi
Secretary: Salihu Lukman
(Other members include serving and former lawmakers, academics, civil society leaders, technocrats and professionals from across the country.)
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