The crisis, which erupted soon after the party’s establishment in the state, pits Sadiq Dasin against Saidu Komsiri, with both men asserting control over the ADC’s state executive.

Babachir Lawal, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and ADC National Vice-Chairman (North-East), has thrown his weight behind the Dasin-led faction, declaring it the only authentic leadership. 

“Any other group claiming to lead the ADC in Adamawa is null and void,” Lawal stated firmly during a press conference in Yola.

The Dasin camp boasts high-profile backing, including former Governor Bindow Jibrilla, ex-Senator Abdul-Aziz Nyako (Adamawa Central), and former Senator Elisha Abbo (Adamawa North). 

In a major boost, former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar publicly endorsed the group on Tuesday via Facebook.

“It is my hope and prayer that their inauguration will strengthen our party’s structure and unify all ADC members in Adamawa state. I fully and unequivocally support this leadership as inaugurated,” Atiku wrote, signaling his alignment with Lawal and Dasin.

In sharp rebuttal, the Komsiri-led faction dismissed Lawal’s assertions as baseless, insisting that claims of acting on behalf of the zonal and national leadership were false. 

The group, reportedly supported by former Senator and House of Representatives member Aisha Binani, vowed to adhere strictly to the ADC constitution while working toward reconciliation.

Speaking at a separate media briefing in Yola, Komsiri outlined an ambitious agenda: “I’ll reconcile aggrieved members and promote unity among all stakeholders. 

“I will supervise membership registration, mobilise massive membership and renewal exercise in the state, and prepare and conduct ward, local government, and state congresses to elect substantive executives”.

The deepening rift has sparked widespread concern among party stakeholders, who fear the infighting could undermine the ADC’s ability to mount a credible challenge against dominant political forces ahead of the 2027 general elections.