Adamawa ADC caretaker chair, Komsiri reiterates loyalty for Atiku, Mark-led leadership
• Extends olive branch to Dasin-led transition ctee
The newly inaugurated Caretaker Committee Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Adamawa State, Mallam Saidu Njobdi Komsiri, has reaffirmed his committee’s loyalty to the national leadership of the party and pledged to restore unity, discipline, and constitutional order across its structures ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Speaking at a press conference held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the Correspondents Chapel in Yola, Komsiri said his decision to begin official engagements with the press was a deliberate gesture to show transparency and to keep the public informed about the true state of affairs within the Adamawa ADC.
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He expressed full confidence in the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) led by Senator David Mark and the ADC National Leader, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, describing both as
“visionary leaders capable of steering the party toward national relevance.”
According to Komsiri, the caretaker committee fully accepts the Transition Steering Committee inaugurated by the NWC on October 25, 2025, but cautioned that its operations must remain within constitutional boundaries.
“Our acceptance is grounded in firm belief that its creation and functions are in line with the ADC Constitution. However, its exercise of power must stay within its limits to guarantee fairness and harmony,” he said.
Komsiri used the opportunity to clarify the distinction between the three major committees recognized by the ADC Constitution: the Transition Steering Committee, the Interim (Caretaker) Committee, and the Membership Mobilization, Registration and Renewal Committee.
He explained that each committee has unique roles designed to ensure checks and balance within the party.
“The problem we are resisting, is the attempt by some actors to merge or manipulate these committees into one. That act violates our internal procedures and undermines democracy,” he said.
The caretaker chairman elaborated that the Transition Steering Committee serves primarily as a supervisory and advisory body and not an administrative one.
“It is a misnomer for the Transition Committee to usurp the functions of other bodies or act as judge, jury, and janitor,” he added.
On the other hand, Komsiri said the Interim (Caretaker) Committee is the legitimate executive leadership of the party at the state level, mandated to manage daily affairs, organize congresses, and rebuild local structures. The Membership Mobilization Committee, he said, focuses on grassroots organization, registration, and the expansion of the ADC membership base.
In a move to stabilize party operations and end the leadership crisis that has rocked the state chapter for months, Komsiri announced that the caretaker committee has resolved to immediately commence the formation of executive committees in all 21 local government areas and 226 wards of Adamawa State.
He said the measure was aimed at restoring order and eliminating the vacuum caused by protracted disputes between rival factions over the chairmanship position.
“This decisive step will reenergize our grassroots structures and ensure the ADC continues to operate as a cohesive and constitutionally guided institution,” Komsiri stated.
Following a recent emergency meeting of the state executive, the caretaker committee urged the Transition Steering Committee to cooperate with it and respect constitutional boundaries.
“The ADC belongs to all of us and only mutual respect for institutional roles will sustain its unity and progress,” he maintained.
Komsiri reaffirmed his committee’s commitment to peace, reconciliation, and constitutionalism, saying that the ultimate goal is to rebuild the party from the grassroots for a strong showing in 2027.
“Our unity is our strength, and our constitution is our guide. We will uphold the ideals of the ADC, rebuild confidence among our members, and reposition Adamawa ADC as a formidable political force once again,” he added.
