ADC Dismisses Rival Portal Claim, Asks INEC To Probe Potential Forgery By Nafiu Bala

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has dismissed as false claims that a group led by Nafiu Bala Gombe uploaded the names of a presidential candidate and other nominees to the INEC nomination portal.
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In a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party said it was formally drawing INEC’s attention to what it described as the apparent forgery and unauthorised use of documents purportedly issued by the Commission, urging it to investigate and take appropriate action. The party urged the public to disregard what it called attempts to create confusion and insisted it remains focused on offering Nigerians a credible alternative ahead of the 2027 general election, the leadership of Alhaji Atiku Abubakar.

The full statement read:

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) wishes to draw the attention of the media and the general public to false reports claiming that a group led by Mr. Nafiu Bala Gombe has uploaded the names of a presidential candidate and other nominees to the INEC nomination portal. The claim is a blatant lie. And it is quite easy to verify why.

INEC does not issue nomination portal access or nomination codes to a leadership it does not recognise. Secondly, the Commission will not issue two codes to the same party.
Otherwise, every impostor would simply upload names to the portal and proclaim themselves the authentic leadership of a political party. That is plainly not how the law or the Commission’s processes work.

The question, therefore, is straightforward: where is the evidence of this purported upload by a group of individuals not known by law or the electoral body?

We are also, by this statement, formally drawing the attention of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to what appears to be the forgery and unauthorised use of documents purportedly emanating from the Commission in a manner capable of creating confusion and undermining public confidence in its integrity and reputation as Nigeria’s electoral umpire. We trust that the Commission will investigate this matter and take the necessary steps to correct this blatant misrepresentation.

Even as ridiculous as this claim appears, it is nothing more than another scheme to create doubts and confusion in the minds of unsuspecting members of the public.

For the avoidance of doubt, the African Democratic Congress is not factionalised. INEC has issued nomination portal access only to the leadership it recognises, and that leadership has duly concluded the party’s nomination process in accordance with the Electoral Act and the Commission’s guidelines.

As we informed the public last week, the details of our Presidential Candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar (GCON), and our Vice-Presidential Candidate, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Amaechi (CON), have been uploaded on the INEC portal. Those are the facts.

As the election approaches, there will be repeated attempts to distract the party and mislead the public. We will not be distracted. Our focus remains firmly on presenting Nigerians with a credible alternative that can restore security, tackle the rising cost of living, revive the economy, create jobs, and return the country to the path of progress in 2027.

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We therefore urge our members, supporters, the media, and the general public to ignore these agents of distraction and rely only on official communications issued by the African Democratic Congress through its authorised channels.

Signed:

Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi
National Publicity Secretary
African Democratic Congress (ADC)
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CAS Directs Oversight Of C-130H Maintenance In Portugal, Reaffirms Commitment To Safety And Readiness

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) unwavering commitment to aircraft safety, airworthiness and operational readiness by directing a high-level delegation to Portugal to assess the ongoing Periodic Depot Maintenance (PDM) of C-130H aircraft NAF 913.
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Led by the Chief of Aircraft Engineering, Air Vice Marshal Olufemi Samson Ogunsina, alongside the Commander, 631 Aircraft Maintenance Depot, Air Commodore Eric Kpokpogri, the delegation engaged Messrs OGMA – Indústria Aeronáutica de Portugal on measures to facilitate the timely completion of the maintenance programme.

The visit also provided an opportunity to reassure the public regarding the status of the aircraft, which had earlier proceeded abroad for its scheduled depot-level maintenance, underscoring the NAF’s uncompromising commitment to safety, technical integrity and global best practices in aircraft maintenance.

During the visit, the delegation inspected ongoing maintenance activities and held strategic discussions with OGMA management on optimising timelines and sustaining progress towards the aircraft’s return to service. Recognising the strategic importance of the platform to national and regional airlift operations, both parties reviewed measures aimed at ensuring the successful completion of the maintenance programme.

The engagement further highlighted the strong partnership between the NAF and global aerospace stakeholders in sustaining critical air capabilities and enhancing the Service’s capacity to effectively support national security objectives.

Beyond the ongoing maintenance programme, the delegation explored broader areas of cooperation with OGMA and other industry partners in the areas of long-term fleet support, technical training, logistics and future sustainment requirements.

Discussions also examined opportunities for collaboration in emerging strategic airlift programmes, reflecting the NAF’s forward-looking approach to capability development. According to the CAS, “The safety of our personnel and the airworthiness of our platforms remain paramount. We will continue to strengthen our maintenance culture and strategic partnerships to ensure that the Nigerian Air Force remains a highly professional, mission-ready force capable of delivering decisive airpower in support of national security objectives.”

NAF in Portugal

The visit further demonstrates the NAF’s commitment to preserving critical airlift capabilities and inspiring public confidence in its professionalism, resilience and technical competence.
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NAF Deepens Strategic partnership With Ministry Of Women Affairs To Advance Women Empowerment And National Development

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting women empowerment, gender inclusion and sustainable national development through strategic partnerships and people-centred initiatives.
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This was underscored during a courtesy visit by the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, represented by the Chief of Civil-Military Relations, Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, to the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim.

Speaking during the engagement, the Chief of the Air Staff highlighted the vital role of women in nation-building, peacebuilding and socio-economic development, noting that the visit sought to strengthen collaboration in support of women and vulnerable groups across the country.

He reiterated the NAF’s commitment to impactful civil-military initiatives and to creating opportunities that enhance women’s participation in leadership, education, entrepreneurship and skills development. He further emphasised that strategic collaboration would enable targeted interventions for women in conflict-affected communities, strengthen advocacy against gender-based violence and build more resilient communities.

In her remarks, the Honourable Minister commended the NAF’s sustained contributions to peace, security and community development, as well as the people-centred leadership of the Chief of the Air Staff.

NAF, Ministry Of Women Affairs

She welcomed the proposed partnership and expressed the Ministry’s readiness to collaborate on initiatives aimed at empowering women, protecting vulnerable groups and advancing gender-responsive development.

Both institutions reaffirmed their commitment to developing impactful programmes that will promote social inclusion, strengthen community resilience and contribute to sustainable national development.
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