SENATOR IRETI KINGIBE BECOMES FIRST SERVING ELECTED OFFICIAL TO JOIN ADC

Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe, the lawmaker representing the Federal Capital Territory, has defected to the African Democratic Congress. The historic move makes her the first serving and duly elected public office holder in Nigeria to officially join the party and the only serving Senator within its ranks.

In a statement, the Distinguished Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe confirmed she formally registered as a member of the ADC on December 18, 2025, at the National Merit House in Maitama, Abuja. She described the move as deliberate, strategic, and driven by conviction.

With this decision, Kingibe automatically assumes leadership responsibility within the party structure in the FCT and nationally, serving as a coalition partner committed to building a credible, people-centered alternative for governance. In a statement, she said this marks the beginning of a new chapter focused on unity, competence, and purposeful leadership.

Kingibe stated that her political journey has always been guided by service, integrity, and results. As a civil engineer and legislator, she expressed a deep belief in technical governance, evidence-based policymaking, and sustainable development, especially for infrastructure, housing, urban planning, and the unique needs of the Federal Capital Territory.

In a statement, she noted this development strengthens the ADC in the FCT ahead of the February 2026 Area Council elections and positions the party as a serious and growing force towards the 2027 general elections. She added that it enhances her capacity to advocate more forcefully for the rights, welfare, and aspirations of FCT residents on the national stage.

Ireti Kingibe reaffirmed she remains steadfast in her commitment to represent the FCT with courage, clarity, and competence. She concluded that the journey continues with renewed energy, broader collaboration, and a clear focus on the future.