Senior officials from the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have inaugurated a new National Mobilisation Office in the central city of Jos, Plateau State, in a move signalling the party’s intensified preparations for future elections.

The high-profile event on Thursday saw party leaders, including prominent figures like former Kaduna State Governor, Nasiru El-Rufai, rallying supporters and directly addressing the nation’s youth.

The new office in Jos is designated as a central hub for the party’s grassroots recruitment and strategy efforts, a key part of the ADC’s plan to position itself as a viable third force in the Nigerian political landscape.

A central theme of the unveiling was the role of young Nigerians in governance. In a speech that drew cheers from the crowd, former Governor El-Rufai delivered a forceful message, encouraging the youth to take an active role in shaping the country’s future.

“We can no longer sit on the sidelines and complain,” Mr. El-Rufai was quoted as saying. “The energy, innovation, and passion of our young people are the nation’s greatest untapped resource.

This mobilisation office is not just a building; it is a call to action. It is here to harness that potential and channel it into meaningful political change.

“He emphasised that the ADC provides a platform for a new generation of leaders disillusioned with the established political order.

Other national officials present at the event described the choice of Jos, the capital of the politically significant “Middle Belt” region, as a strategic one.

They stated it underscores the party’s commitment to national outreach and building a broad-based coalition.

“The unveiling of this office in the heart of Nigeria is a clear statement of intent,” said one party chairman.

“We are building from the ground up, and we are starting here, listening to the people and addressing their specific needs.

“The ADC Plateau state has been working to increase national profile, and the establishment of a dedicated mobilisation office, backed by high-level figures, is seen as a concrete step in that direction.

Political analysts suggest that attracting well-known personalities like El-Rufai and focusing on youth engagement could help the party build the momentum it needs to challenge Nigeria’s two dominant parties in upcoming electoral cycles.

The event concluded with a rally, where supporters expressed optimism that the new office would mark a turning point for the party.

FCT Police on Wednesday shut down the Wadata Plaza headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) untill further notice. 

This was sequel to the leadership tussle within the opposition party, with rival factions laying claim to the control of the National Working Committee (NWC).

Police personnel are also stationed there to enforce the closure while staff have been sent away from the Secretariat, while party members are not expected to come to the place.

A team of police officers apparently from the works department of the FCT Police Command were seen barricading the place with iron barb wires.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed the reception of the Governor of Taraba State, Dr. Agbu Kefas.

The reception was earlier scheduled to be held tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

A new date for the reception will be announced later.

Felix Morka, the National Publicity Secretary (APC), said that the postponement was made as a mark of honor to members of the armed forces and citizens killed recently by forces of terror, and respect for victims of related incidents of abductions especially of innocent students in Kebbi state by enemies of the state.

We salute the courage and sacrifices of our men and women in uniform who put their lives on the line in defence of our liberty and security.

As we mourn the death of our dear compatriots, we pray for the safe return of our innocent students taken from their families by forces of evil. Our great Party commiserates deeply with families of victims of these incidents.

The President Bola Tinubu-led administration remains determined to stamp out the menace of insurgency and banditry within our borders, and bring these despicable perpetrators to justice.