Southern ADC leaders deny endorsing Amaechi

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At a consultative meeting in Benin City, ADC South‑South zonal leader John Odigie‑Oyegun said Rotimi Amaechi had used the gathering to announce his intention to run for president and claimed the zone gave unanimous support. The following day, South‑South Zonal Publicity Secretary Mabel Oboh said reports of an endorsement were misleading and clarified that the meeting involved party elders and state representatives. The statements reflect an internal disagreement within the African Democratic Congress about Amaechi’s presidential bid. The dispute may affect the party’s positioning ahead of the 2027 presidential election.

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Reported by 3 sources: Daily Trust, pm_news, Punch Nigeria. Also confirmed by Vanguard. Also confirmed by Blueprint.