A deepening crisis has hit the African Democratic Congress (ADC) following disputes over its ongoing congresses and planned national convention.

The faction aligned with David Mark has insisted that the party’s national convention will proceed as scheduled, despite growing tension and uncertainty within the party.

The internal disagreement has triggered parallel congresses in several states, including Kaduna, Enugu, Edo, Ondo, and Ogun. In many of the exercises, rival factions produced separate executives, further deepening the leadership crisis.

The situation has intensified divisions within the party, with competing groups laying claim to control of its structure at both state and national levels.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has also expressed concern over the planned convention, cautioning that unresolved disputes and legal issues could affect its legitimacy. A court order had earlier directed all parties to maintain the status quo pending the determination of the leadership case.

The ADC has been facing an ongoing internal crisis over leadership and authority, with factions continuing to contest the direction of the party.

Political observers warn that the unresolved conflict could weaken the party’s preparedness ahead of the 2027 general elections if not urgently resolved.