The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday announced the constitution of its 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee, following approval by the party’s National Working Committee (NWC).
According to a statement signed by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, National Publicity Secretary of the ADC, the committee was approved by the party’s National Chairman, His Excellency, Senator David A. B. Mark, GCON.
The initiative is part of the party’s efforts to “build a credible, people-centred, and forward-looking policy framework for national governance.”
“The Policy and Manifesto Committee brings together a distinguished group of Nigerians drawn from diverse backgrounds, including former public office holders, academics, technocrats, policy experts, civil society leaders, and professionals,” the statement read.
“Collectively, they represent a wealth of experience in governance, economic management, social development, security, and democratic reform.”
The committee will be chaired by Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, with Professor Pat Utomi as Deputy Chairman and Salihu Lukman as Secretary.
Other members include Senator Gershon Bassey, Senator J.J. Akpan Udo-Udeghe, Ambassador Abiye Mohammed, H.E. 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, Miss Yemi Adamolekun, Professor Anthony Kila, Nkovo Toyo, Dr Usman Bugaje, Oseloka Obaze, Dr Otive Igbuzor, Engr. Bello Suleiman, Professor Chidi Odinkalu, AVM Sadique Abubakar and Madam Jumoke Olawuyi.
Also listed as members are Professor Murtala Sagagi, Dr Kerian Wobodo, Dr Fatima Zara Saleh, Professor Kolapo Eleka, Barr Makber Oson Jacob, Professor Remi Sonaiya, Moji Ajayi (Mrs), 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, Barr. (Mrs) Salametu A. Izuagie, Chief (Mrs) Uwaoma Olevengwa, Alhaja Hafsat Moji Bello, and Hon. Sani Yakubu Noma.
The committee is tasked with “articulating a clear, coherent, and credible policy direction that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians and positions the ADC as a serious alternative platform for responsible leadership and national renewal.”
The committee’s formal inauguration is scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 12 noon, at the Conference Hall of the ADC National Secretariat, Abuja.
Reaffirming the party’s commitment, Abdullahi said, “The African Democratic Congress reaffirms its belief that Nigeria’s challenges require ideas rooted in competence, integrity, and national consensus, and expresses confidence that the committee will deliver a manifesto that speaks to the real needs of Nigerians.”
The party called on all concerned members and stakeholders to take note of the development.
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