The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has suspended its National Vice Chairman (South-South) and former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Dr Usani Uguru Usani, over alleged anti-party activities and conduct deemed injurious to the party’s unity and progress.
The decision followed a meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC) of the ADC in Cross River State held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
In a statement released in Abuja on Monday, October 20, and signed by James Otudor, one of the party’s state publicity secretaries, the ADC said Usani’s recent behaviour was “inconsistent with the provisions of the ADC Constitution.”
“In accordance with the party’s constitution and disciplinary procedures, Dr Usani’s suspension will remain in effect pending the outcome of a formal investigation by the relevant party organs,” the statement read.
According to the SWC, several petitions accused Usani of anti-party activities, insubordination to constituted authority, and acts capable of undermining the image and cohesion of the ADC ahead of future elections.
ThemomentNG understands that the decision to suspend him was reached after “extensive deliberations” and consultation with zonal and national leaders.
The Cross River ADC also expressed displeasure over the appointment of Ms Jackie Wayas as Deputy National Publicity Secretary, claiming the state leadership was not consulted before her selection.
The statement noted that Wayas “has not engaged with the state leadership since assuming office” and that her “current disposition and loyalty appear skewed against the unity and growth of the ADC in the state.”
“Consequently, the SWC urged the National Leadership to review her appointment and replace her with a competent, credible, and media-savvy individual from Cross River State with a verifiable record of commitment to the ideals of the ADC,” it said.
