The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appointed Hon. Adamu Usman Tubo as Chairman and Hon. Sunusi Lawan Badawi as Secretary of its Borno State Transitional Committee. This strategic move forms part of the party’s restructuring efforts ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The appointments followed recent political alignments across Nigeria. ADC aims to establish itself as a viable alternative platform in Borno State through these leadership changes.

Hon. Tubo represents the Southern Borno Senatorial District, while Hon. Badawi hails from the Northern Borno Senatorial District. Their regional representation ensures balanced political coverage across the state.

Assistant National Organising Secretary Mohammed Abba Kyari confirmed the appointments in an official circular. The document noted numerous politicians have recently defected to ADC from opposition and ruling parties.

The party has welcomed members from Peoples Democratic Party, All Progressives Congress, Labour Party, Social Democratic Party, and New Nigeria Peoples Party. These defections aim to strengthen ADC’s position before upcoming elections.

Prominent new ADC members include former APC chieftain Kashim Ibrahim-Imam, who chaired the Tertiary Education Trust Fund. Other notable additions are former APC governorship aspirant Idris Mamman Durkwa and former NNPP senatorial candidate Attom Magira.

The defectors also feature former House Minority Leader Mohammed Kumalia. Kumalia previously contested elections under both APC and PDP banners. Former Borno Assembly Speakers Bukar Kachallah and Bulama Fugu have joined ADC too.

Youth stakeholders joining the party include Sheriff Banki, Abba Haruna, and Abba Masta. Their inclusion broadens ADC’s appeal among younger voters.

Dated December 18, 2025, Kyari’s circular originated from ADC’s Abuja headquarters. Copies reached National Chairman David Mark, National Secretary Rauf Aregbesola, and National Organising Secretary Chinedu Odigbo.

Kyari explained the committee selection criteria. Members were chosen based on political backgrounds, local government representation, federal constituencies, and senatorial district coverage.