ADC Crisis Deepens as Vice Chairman Resigns Over Leadership Dispute
The internal crisis within the African Democratic Congress has worsened following the resignation of its Ondo State Vice Chairman, Eric Oluwole, citing unresolved leadership conflicts.
Oluwole announced his resignation in a formal letter addressed to party officials in Ondo West, stating that his decision came after wide consultations with his political associates and supporters. He explained that the ongoing leadership crisis within the party had created “irreconcilable differences,” making it difficult for him to continue his membership.
According to him, the prolonged dispute had not only disrupted party unity but also affected his political ambitions and those of his loyalists. He described the situation as frustrating and beyond his understanding, adding that it had hindered meaningful contributions to both state and national political development.
Oluwole further revealed that he would be leaving the party along with his political structure to seek a more stable platform for his future political activities. He stressed that unity, reconciliation, and mutual understanding are essential for any political party to thrive, warning that the absence of these qualities often leads to internal collapse.
The resignation is the latest sign of deepening divisions within the ADC, particularly in Ondo State, where disputes over party structure and control have intensified in recent months. Party leaders have traded accusations, with some alleging attempts by defectors from other political parties to dominate the party’s leadership framework.
The development adds to broader tensions within the party at the national level, as ongoing disagreements and leadership struggles continue to threaten cohesion ahead of future political contests.
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