The Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area of Lagos State, Hon. Patrick Madu, in the early hours of Thursday, January 01 described the dawn of the new year as a moment of double celebration, coinciding with his birthday and the first day of the year, while reaffirming his commitment to strengthening the party at the grassroots.
In a New Year message to party members and supporters, Hon. Madu expressed gratitude to God for life, guidance, and resilience in the face of challenges, noting that the journey so far within the ADC had been marked by steady growth and increasing acceptance.
He acknowledged that building a political party required patience, sacrifice, and collective effort, but said the ADC in Ajeromi-Ifelodun had recorded notable progress, attracting prominent politicians from other political parties, including the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Labour Party (LP), New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), and the All Progressives Congress (APC).
According to him, the influx of new members has strengthened the party’s structure and positioned it as a credible alternative ahead of future elections.
Hon. Madu commended party loyalists who had remained steadfast since the formative stage of the ADC in the local government, describing their consistency as the backbone of the party’s current stability.
He offered prayers for the success of the ADC at all levels, including the presidency, National Assembly, and State Houses of Assembly, while urging party leaders to be guided by wisdom, integrity, and a genuine commitment to public service.
The ADC chairman also expressed excitement over what he described as growing national momentum for the party, citing the reported movement of high-profile political figures, including Mr. Peter Obi and other notable politicians, into the ADC fold.
He used the occasion to congratulate the ADC Lagos State Chairman ,Hon George Ashiru and members of the State Executive Committee, as well as party stakeholders in Ajeromi-Ifelodun, including Hon. Chief Francis Bartholomew Chima (Omobarca), Hon. Dr. Emilia Ezeude, ward chairmen, and party faithful across the local government.
Hon. Madu assured members that the ADC would continue to distinguish itself as a principled political party anchored on conscience, internal democracy, and the rejection of impunity, adding that every stakeholder would have reason to be proud of the party.
He encouraged Nigerians who were still observing the party with skepticism to join the ADC without delay, describing it as a platform strategically positioned to provide purposeful leadership and effect positive change.
The ADC chairman concluded by wishing party members a prosperous New Year, expressing optimism that 2026 would usher in greater achievements for the party and its supporters.
