ADC Constitutes 50-Member Wise Men and Women Policy, Manifesto Committee

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has constituted a 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee following approval by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC).

The committee was formally approved by the National Chairman of the party, Senator David Mark, as part of efforts to develop a people-centred and forward-looking policy framework for national governance.

According to a statement signed by the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the committee is made up of eminent Nigerians drawn from diverse backgrounds, including former public office holders, academics, technocrats, policy experts, civil society leaders and other professionals.

Abdullahi said members of the committee bring extensive experience in governance, economic management, social development, security and democratic reform.

Former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, will serve as Chairman of the committee, with renowned economist, Professor Pat Utomi, as Deputy Chairman, while Salihu Lukman will act as Secretary.

Other members include Senator Gershon Bassey, Senator J.J. Akpan Udo-Udeghe, Ambassador Abiye Mohammed, Simon Achuba, Professor Ibrahim Garba, Bala Usman, Bulus Bello Zaki Piko, Ose Anenih, Dr Nicholas Msheliza, Dr David Olofu, Dr Okey Ezegwu, Dr Mohammed Jibrin Yusufari, Joel Adi Gani, Professor Jude Njoku and Miss Yemi Adamolekun.

Also listed are Professor Anthony Kila, Nkovo Toyo, Dr Usman Bugaje, Oseloka Obaze, Dr Otive Igbuzor, Engineer Bello Suleiman, Professor Chidi Odinkalu, AVM Sadique Abubakar, Madam Jumoke Olawuyi, Professor Murtala Sagagi, Dr Kerian Wobodo, Dr Fatima Zara Saleh, Professor Kolapo Eleka, Barrister Makber Oson Jacob, Mrs Moji Ajayi, Professor Sam Amadi, Dr Babayo Ardo, Pastor Funke Awowolo, Dr Ndubuisi Nwobu, Hon. Aminu Muhammad Gumel, Ngozi Ndukwe, Professor Doknan Disent Sheni, Professor Saheed Malik, Dr Sunday Taiwako Anyabuga, Ms Helen Yashin, Dr John Markus Ayuba, Dr Chike Okogwu, Barrister Salametu A. Izuagie, Chief Uwaoma Olevengwa, Alhaja Hafsat Moji Bello and Hon. Sani Yakubu Noma.

The committee is mandated to articulate a clear and credible policy direction that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians and positions the ADC as a viable alternative for responsible leadership and sustainable national development.

Its formal inauguration has been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at noon at the ADC National Secretariat in Abuja.

The party stressed that Nigeria’s current challenges demand policies anchored on competence, integrity and national consensus, expressing confidence that the committee will produce a manifesto that addresses the real needs of Nigerians.