By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Accreditation has started at the ongoing national convention of the African Democratic Congress ADC in Abuja.
The National Organising Secretary, Chinedu Idigo, explained that delegates’ allocation across states was determined by the size of the state to ensure equitable representation in the convention proceedings.
Idigo, however, expressed dissatisfaction over the challenges faced by the party in securing a befitting venue, alleging that several private business owners declined hosting ADC due to what he called external pressures and threats. 
“We approached several venues, including hotels and event centres, but once they realised it was ADC, they declined, citing fear of possible repercussions.
“Even this Rainbow Event Centre initially attempted to cancel after alleged threats, but we insisted on proceeding since payments had already been made”
