13/05/2026
PRESS STATEMENT
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE STATE CHAIRMAN
African Democratic Congress (ADC)
Anambra State Chapter
Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria
May 8, 2026
ADC Anambra State Successfully Conducts State Congress, Reaffirms Confidence in Comrade Patrick Obianyo-Led Executive
The African Democratic Congress (ADC), Anambra State Chapter, on Thursday, May 7, 2026, successfully conducted its State Congress at Hyton Hotel, Awka, in a peaceful, transparent, and highly organized atmosphere attended by party leaders, members, stakeholders, and observers from across the State.
In a strong demonstration of unity, confidence, and collective resolve, members at the Congress unanimously adopted a consensus arrangement which returned the State Chairman, Comrade Patrick Obianyo, alongside members of the State Working Committee, to continue piloting the affairs of the Party for another tenure.
The Congress followed the successful completion of Ward and Local Government Congresses across the 21 Local Government Areas of Anambra State, further strengthening the Party’s democratic structure and grassroots coordination.
The exercise was conducted in line with the provisions of the ADC Constitution and in compliance with relevant legal and constitutional requirements guiding party congresses and internal democratic processes.
The Congress was supervised by the Chairman of the Congress Electoral Committee, Rev. Frank Agummadu, alongside committee members delegated to oversee the process, while officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, and other statutory observers monitored the proceedings to ensure transparency, credibility, and orderliness throughout the exercise.
Addressing delegates and stakeholders shortly after the Congress, the State Chairman, Comrade Patrick Obianyo, expressed deep appreciation to party members for the confidence reposed in his leadership and reaffirmed his commitment towards strengthening ADC structures across the State.
According to him:
“This renewed mandate is a collective victory for every committed member of ADC in Anambra State. We remain focused on unity, grassroots mobilization, internal discipline, and building a stronger political platform capable of delivering purposeful leadership to Ndi Anambra and Nigerians at large.”
He further called on members to remain steadfast, united, and focused on the Party’s collective vision while disregarding activities capable of creating unnecessary division or factional tendencies within the Party.
The State Congress recorded massive participation from Members and stakeholders drawn from all parts of the State and ended successfully with prayers, goodwill messages, and renewed commitment towards the growth and stability of ADC in Anambra State.
ADC Anambra State congratulates Comrade Patrick Obianyo and the entire State Executive Committee on their successful return and wishes them a productive tenure filled with progress, unity, and greater political accomplishments.
Signed:
ISAAC O. UMEOKOYE (Evidence)
State Publicity Secretary
For: African Democratic Congress (ADC)
Anambra State Chapter