The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has announced the constitution of its 50-member Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee, following the approval of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC).

 

The development was disclosed in a circular signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi.

 

According to the statement, former Edo State Governor and ex–National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief John Odigie Oyegun, has been appointed Chairman of the committee. Renowned political economist, Professor Pat Utomi, will serve as Deputy Chairman, while Salihu Lukman was named Secretary.

 

The ADC said the committee is charged with articulating a clear, coherent and credible policy framework that reflects the aspirations of Nigerians and positions the party as a viable alternative platform for responsible leadership and national renewal.

 

“The committee is expected to develop a manifesto that speaks to the real needs of Nigerians and responds effectively to the country’s socio-economic and political challenges,” the party said.

 

The formal inauguration of the committee has been scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, at 12 noon, at the Conference Hall of the ADC National Secretariat, Abuja.

 

Reaffirming its confidence in the committee members, the ADC stated that Nigeria’s challenges require solutions anchored on competence, integrity and national consensus.

 

“The ADC 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 truly reflects the aspirations of Nigerians,” the statement added.

 

All concerned party members and relevant stakeholders were urged to take note of the development.

 

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Members of the ADC Wise Men and Women Policy and Manifesto Committee

1. John Odigie Oyegun – Chairman

2. Prof. Pat Utomi – Deputy Chairman

3. Salihu Lukman – Secretary

4. Sen. Gershon Bassey

5. Sen. J.J. Akpan Udo-Udeghe

6. Amb. Abiye Mohammed

7. H.E. Simon Achuba

8. Prof. Ibrahim Garba

9. Bala Usman

10. Bulus Bello Zaki Piko

11. Ose Anenih

12. Dr Nicholas Msheliza

13. Dr David Olofu

14. Dr Okey Ezegwu

15. Dr Mohammed Jibrin Yusufari

16. Joel Adi Gani

17. Prof. Jude Njoku

18. Miss Yemi Adamolekun

19. Prof. Anthony Kila

20. Nkovo Toyo

21. Dr Usman Bugaje

22. Oseloka Obaze

23. Dr Otive Igbuzor

24. Engr. Bello Suleiman

25. Prof. Chidi Odinkalu

26. AVM Sadique Abubakar

27. Madam Jumoke Olawuyi

28. Prof. Murtala Sagagi

29. Dr Kerian Wobodo

30. Dr Fatima Zara Saleh

31. Prof. Kolapo Eleka

32. Barr. Makber Oson Jacob

33. Prof. Remi Sonaiya

34. Moji Ajayi (Mrs)

35. Prof. Sam Amadi

36. Dr Babayo Ardo

37. Pastor Funke Awowolo

38. Dr Ndubuisi Nwobu

39. Hon. Aminu Muhammad Gumel

40. Ngozi Ndukwe

41. Prof. Doknan Disent Sheni

42. Prof. Saheed Malik

43. Dr Sunday Taiwako Anyabuga

44. Ms Helen Yashin

45. Dr John Markus Ayuba

46. Dr Chike Okogwu

47. Barr. (Mrs) Salametu A. Izuagie

48. Chief (Mrs) Uwaoma Olevengwa

49. Alhaja Hafsat Moji Bello

50. Hon. Sani Yakubu Noma