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Rivers: ADC forms 600-member council to combat godfatherism ahead of 2027 elections
Updated 18:30 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 18:30 WAT · 2 outlets reporting

The African Democratic Congress announced the creation of a 600-person campaign council aimed at eradicating godfatherism and improving governance in Rivers State. Senator Andrew Uchendu was named chair of the council, with Hon. Chimbiko Akarolo serving as director-general. The move is positioned as a strategic effort to strengthen the party's footing for the 2027 electoral contest.
What we know
- The council comprises 600 members
- Chairman: Senator Andrew Uchendu
- Director-General: Hon. Chimbiko Akarolo
- Purpose: challenge godfatherism and poor governance in Rivers
Sources
- ADC Vows To Rescue Rivers From Godfatherism, Sets Up 600-Member Campaign Council – Naija News,
- 2027: ADC vows to rescue Rivers from godfatherism, inaugurates 600-man campaign council – The Eagle Online,
Updates
- – Story published – 2 outlets
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