ADC suspends factional Ebonyi State chairman for three months

The Ward Executive Committee of Obiozara in Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State has suspended Mr. Silas Onu, a factional state chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), over alleged anti-party activities, gross misconduct, and breach of party discipline.

The suspension was conveyed in a letter dated April 22, 2026, and addressed to Onu. It was signed by the acting Ward Chairman, Mr. Nwachukwu Peter Obinna, and the acting Secretary, Akuma Martins.

According to the ward executives, the action was taken in line with the ADC constitution and relevant provisions of the Electoral Act 2026.

Onu was handed a three month suspension and directed to appear before a seven-man disciplinary committee in accordance with party rules.

The committee accused him of hijacking the national screening and electoral committees, as well as conducting an illegal congress.

“Your actions were calculated to disenfranchise legitimate party members who purchased nomination forms for various congress positions,” the statement read.

It added that the alleged actions were halted following the intervention of the State Chairman, Dr. Mrs. Jennifer Adibe, who exercised her constitutional powers to oversee party activities, conduct congresses, and constitute a state screening committee to ensure due process.

The ward executives also accused Onu of impersonation during the party’s recent National Convention, alleging that he falsely presented himself as the Ebonyi State Chairman and misled the national leadership and delegates.

They further claimed that his actions created division within the party, led to the emergence of parallel leadership structures in Ebonyi State, and undermined the unity of the ADC.

As part of the sanctions, Onu has been barred from holding any party office at all levels, representing the party in any capacity, attending meetings or official gatherings, and exercising his voting rights.

He has also been given 14 days from April 22, 2026, to appear before the disciplinary committee. Failure to do so, the ward said, would be deemed a waiver of his right to defend himself, paving the way for further disciplinary action.

Efforts to reach Onu for comments were unsuccessful, as calls to his phone were not answered.