The African Democratic Congress has screened more than 70 governorship aspirants ahead of its 2027 primary elections, with party faithful commending the exercise as transparent, professional and consistent with democratic standards.
The screening, which took place in Abuja on Monday, attracted aspirants from Adamawa, Delta, Benue, Zamfara, Plateau, Bauchi, Jigawa, Lagos, Nasarawa and Rivers, among others.
Speaking after his appearance before the panel, Senator Mohamed Onawo, representing Nasarawa South and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, described the process as thorough and fair.
According to him, members of the screening committee demonstrated professionalism in reviewing documents and engaging aspirants on critical issues.
“The committee members were professional, thorough and fair in assessing documents and asking relevant questions,” Onawo said.
