By Israel Adamu, Jos
The campaign organisation of a governorship aspirant in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) primary election in Plateau State, Hon. Jude Dakur, has called on its supporters and party faithful to remain calm and orderly following the outcome of the party’s primary election.
The appeal was contained in a statement signed by the Director-General of the campaign organisation, Rengkat Bakpet, and made available to journalists in Jos.
The campaign team acknowledged concerns expressed by supporters over the conduct and outcome of the primary election but urged them to avoid actions that could undermine the unity of the party.
According to the statement, the campaign has activated the party’s internal dispute resolution mechanism by formally lodging an appeal against the outcome of the primary election.
The team recalled that Hon. Jude Dakur and his supporters rejected the results of the governorship primary and subsequently submitted a petition to the party’s Appeal Panel for review.
“Having formally lodged our grievances before the appropriate organ of the party, we wish to call on all supporters of the Plateau Faith Project to remain calm, peaceful and law-abiding while awaiting the decision of the Appeal Panel.
“We urge our supporters not to be discouraged or distracted by the outcome of the primary election, where results were allegedly allocated to an aspirant despite elections not being conducted in some local government areas.
“The appeal process has been activated, and we remain confident that the panel will carefully consider the issues raised and deliver its verdict in the interest of justice, fairness and party unity,” the statement said.
The campaign team expressed confidence in the party’s appeal mechanism, stating that the relevant panel would diligently review all issues raised and make a fair determination in accordance with the party’s constitution and guidelines.
“We have confidence in the leadership of the party and the established mechanisms for addressing grievances arising from the primary election. There is no cause for alarm,” the statement added.
The organisation further urged party members and supporters to avoid inflammatory comments, speculation and actions capable of creating divisions within the ADC.
It reiterated Hon. Jude Dakur’s commitment to democratic principles and due process, stressing that the appeal was being pursued through legitimate and recognised party channels.
The statement also called on ADC members across Plateau State to remain united and focused on strengthening the party ahead of future electoral contests.
The campaign team assured supporters that they would be kept informed of developments as the appeal process progresses.
