As preparations for the 2027 general elections gather momentum, the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has raised an urgent alarm over a fresh wave of online fraud exploiting the party’s name, warning Nigerians to steer clear of fake digital registration platforms.
In a statement that placed caution before enthusiasm, the party declared that it has not opened any official online membership registration portal, countering claims circulating on websites, social media pages and messaging platforms.
The warning, issued on Sunday in Abuja and shared on X by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, urged party members, supporters and the general public to disregard every link or website purporting to register new ADC members.
“At this time, ADC has not launched any public online membership registration link.
“The party is currently working on its official registration and verification platform, which will be formally announced through verified party channels in due course,” the statement reads.
The party cautioned that fraudsters are increasingly deploying sophisticated tactics to lure unsuspecting Nigerians, stressing that ADC will never solicit payments or sensitive personal information through unofficial channels.
It further outlined clear safety guidance to the public, stating, “Do not click on suspicious or unverified links. Do not share unconfirmed registration messages.
“Do not submit personal information, including name, phone number, PVC details, BVN, or payment details, to any unverified platform. Report any suspicious links to the ADC through official party communication channels.
“All legitimate ADC announcements, including the launch of the official membership registration platform, will only be communicated through verified ADC platforms and formal statements from the party leadership,” the statement added.
The ADC said it is already taking steps to confront the situation, assuring that it will deploy all necessary measures to protect Nigerians and safeguard the integrity of the party from digital manipulation.
Party officials noted that the latest alert is part of a recurring pattern, as criminal elements attempt to exploit heightened political interest ahead of the 2027 polls by impersonating political institutions.
The ADC recalled that in July 2025, it had similarly disowned a fake list of state chairmen and issued warnings over unauthorised online registration schemes allegedly designed to defraud the public.
At the time, Abdullahi had described the schemes as deliberate attempts to swindle unsuspecting individuals, urging Nigerians to always verify party-related information through credible and recognised ADC sources, including his official account.
With political activities expected to intensify in the months ahead, the party reiterated its call for vigilance, stressing that caution remains the strongest defence against digital scams masquerading as political mobilisation.
