AAC Elects New National Working Committee

African Action Congress Elects New National Working Committee at Abuja Convention

Abuja, Nigeria — November 29, 2025

The African Action Congress (AAC) has announced the election of its new National Working Committee (NWC) at the party’s National Convention held in Abuja on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The convention, which drew delegates from across Nigeria, with the presence of INEC officials, marked a pivotal moment in the party’s organizational renewal and strategic direction ahead of future political contests.

Key Leadership Outcomes

● Comrade Omoyele Sowore was elected as National Chairman, reaffirming his central role in steering the party’s vision of radical democracy, social justice, and accountability.

● Pastor Sam Ajeigbe emerged as Deputy National Chairman (Admin), while regional deputy chairmanships were filled across the South-South, South-East, South-West, and North-East zones.

● The North-West position remains vacant, and the North-Central slot is yet to be decided, signaling ongoing consultations within the party.

● Oshiokhue Philip Ikpeminoghens was elected as National Secretary, supported by Kunle Ajayi as Deputy Secretary and Abdullahi Usman as Organizing Secretary.

● Financial stewardship will be overseen by Erupre Gift Precious (Treasurer) and Faith Enattah Orinya (Financial Secretary).

● Rex Elanu was chosen as National Publicity Secretary, tasked with amplifying the party’s message nationwide.

● Legal and oversight roles went to Inibehe Effiong (Legal Adviser) and Barr. Haruna Garba Magashi (Auditor).

● The party also emphasized inclusivity with Orawusi Imanah Abosade elected as National Women Leader and Yahaya Mu as National Youth Leader.

The Abuja gathering was marked by spirited debates, cultural displays, and renewed calls for grassroots mobilization. Delegates emphasized the AAC’s commitment to transparency, people-centered governance, and resistance to corruption.

In his acceptance speech, Comrade Sowore urged members to “carry the torch of liberation into every community,” stressing that the newly elected NWC must serve as “the engine of accountability and people’s power.”

The official register of officers was certified and signed by Kayode Babayomi (Chairman) and Amb. Umar Y. Abubakar (Secretary) of the Convention Planning Committee, formally recognizing the legitimacy of the new leadership.

With its new leadership structure, the AAC is expected to intensify preparations for upcoming elections and expand its advocacy campaigns across Nigeria. Analysts note that the party’s emphasis on youth and women leadership reflects a broader strategy to engage the country’s dynamic demographics.