The Edo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress has dissociated itself from the former chairman, Kennedy Odion, who they said has been suspended alongside 10 other members at the party convention on April 14, 2026.This was contained in a statement on Sunday by the new chairman, Tony Alile, titled “Edo State ADC: Putting the record straight.”Alile stated that the statement was meant to present the public with the official position of the African Democratic Congress in Edo State and to clarify issues that have generated misinformation and confusion regarding the leadership and status of our great party in the state.He also cautioned Odion, whom the party maintained no longer has the authority to act or speak on behalf of the ADC, and to call on him to cease any further representation of himself as an official of the party.He said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the African Democratic Congress in Edo State wishes to state that Kennedy Odion is not recognized by the party as a member or official.“According to the records available to the party, Mr. Odion was expelled following disciplinary proceedings concluded at the National Convention held in Abuja on 14 April 2026. In addition, the tenure of the State Executive Committee under which he served expired on 19 May 2026.“Consequently, the party does not recognize any claim by him to the office of State Chairman, National Secretary, or any other leadership position within the ADC.“Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” This was contained in a statement on Sunday by the new chairman, Tony Alile, titled “Edo State ADC: Putting the record straight.”Alile stated that the statement was meant to present the public with the official position of the African Democratic Congress in Edo State and to clarify issues that have generated misinformation and confusion regarding the leadership and status of our great party in the state.He also cautioned Odion, whom the party maintained no longer has the authority to act or speak on behalf of the ADC, and to call on him to cease any further representation of himself as an official of the party.He said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the African Democratic Congress in Edo State wishes to state that Kennedy Odion is not recognized by the party as a member or official.“According to the records available to the party, Mr. Odion was expelled following disciplinary proceedings concluded at the National Convention held in Abuja on 14 April 2026. In addition, the tenure of the State Executive Committee under which he served expired on 19 May 2026.“Consequently, the party does not recognize any claim by him to the office of State Chairman, National Secretary, or any other leadership position within the ADC.“Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” Alile stated that the statement was meant to present the public with the official position of the African Democratic Congress in Edo State and to clarify issues that have generated misinformation and confusion regarding the leadership and status of our great party in the state.He also cautioned Odion, whom the party maintained no longer has the authority to act or speak on behalf of the ADC, and to call on him to cease any further representation of himself as an official of the party.He said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the African Democratic Congress in Edo State wishes to state that Kennedy Odion is not recognized by the party as a member or official.“According to the records available to the party, Mr. Odion was expelled following disciplinary proceedings concluded at the National Convention held in Abuja on 14 April 2026. In addition, the tenure of the State Executive Committee under which he served expired on 19 May 2026.“Consequently, the party does not recognize any claim by him to the office of State Chairman, National Secretary, or any other leadership position within the ADC.“Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” He also cautioned Odion, whom the party maintained no longer has the authority to act or speak on behalf of the ADC, and to call on him to cease any further representation of himself as an official of the party.He said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the African Democratic Congress in Edo State wishes to state that Kennedy Odion is not recognized by the party as a member or official.“According to the records available to the party, Mr. Odion was expelled following disciplinary proceedings concluded at the National Convention held in Abuja on 14 April 2026. In addition, the tenure of the State Executive Committee under which he served expired on 19 May 2026.“Consequently, the party does not recognize any claim by him to the office of State Chairman, National Secretary, or any other leadership position within the ADC.“Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” He said, “For the avoidance of doubt, the African Democratic Congress in Edo State wishes to state that Kennedy Odion is not recognized by the party as a member or official.“According to the records available to the party, Mr. Odion was expelled following disciplinary proceedings concluded at the National Convention held in Abuja on 14 April 2026. In addition, the tenure of the State Executive Committee under which he served expired on 19 May 2026.“Consequently, the party does not recognize any claim by him to the office of State Chairman, National Secretary, or any other leadership position within the ADC.“Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” “According to the records available to the party, Mr. Odion was expelled following disciplinary proceedings concluded at the National Convention held in Abuja on 14 April 2026. In addition, the tenure of the State Executive Committee under which he served expired on 19 May 2026.“Consequently, the party does not recognize any claim by him to the office of State Chairman, National Secretary, or any other leadership position within the ADC.“Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” “Consequently, the party does not recognize any claim by him to the office of State Chairman, National Secretary, or any other leadership position within the ADC.“Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” “Despite this position, Odion has continued to issue statements and convene meetings in the name of the party. The ADC regards these actions as unauthorized and misleading.“The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” “The party also states that there have been previous incidents involving the use of party facilities and the circulation of party-related materials which it considers unauthorized. These matters are being handled through the appropriate channels.”Related NewsOmokri, Charly Boy felicitate Peter Obi at 652027: Allow citizens vote according to their conscience, Anglican church urges politiciansWhy I picked Kwankwaso as my running mate – Peter ObiAlile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” Alile urged members of the public not to regard Odion as an official of the ADC.He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” He called on party members, stakeholders, and the general public to verify all official communications through the duly recognized leadership of the party in Edo State and the national leadership of the ADC.He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” He said the party remained united, focused, and committed to strengthening democratic opposition and providing credible leadership for the people of Edo State and Nigeria.Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” Speaking to the PUNCH, Odion described the statement as “a statement of frustration, noting that he remained the chairman of the party going by the ruling of the court.He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” He said, “The court has already ruled against that purpoted expulsion and the kangaroo convention. The federal high court declared that convention a nullity. They were not satisfied, they went to Appeal Court, where we also defeated them and the appeal court upheld the judgement of the high court.“For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” “For me, that group is working in delusion and they are in disarray. They should calm down, retrace their steps and see how they can be incorporated back into the party.“The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” “The statement issued by them, for me, is a statement of frustration and parading such documents means they are toying with contempt.“As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.” “As far as the law is concerned, I remain the chairman of the party in the state and anybody claiming to be the chairman is doing so illegally.”