The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has written to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), requesting the postponement of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) area council elections scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, on account of the Ramadan fast.
In a letter dated January 22, 2026 and signed by the National Chairman of the party, Senator David. Mark, and the National Secretary,, Rauf Aregbesola, the party informed the commission that the scheduled election date falls within the period of the Ramadan fast, which is likely to be observed by voters in the FCT.
The ADC noted in the letter that, given the profound cultural and religious significance of this period, and in the interest of robust and active participation in the democratic process by all eligible voters, it was necessary to request a reconsideration of the election date.
The party therefore asked that INEC postpones the election to a date after the Ramadan period.
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In the letter, the ADC further emphasized that the request was guided by the need to protect inclusivity in the electoral process, stating that it was made “in pursuit of an inclusive electoral process that enables all eligible citizens, irrespective of faith, to fully exercise their constitutional rights without constraint or disadvantage.”
This was contained in a statement issued on Saturday by the ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi.
“As a party committed to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy, the ADC believes that electoral legitimacy is enhanced when processes are designed to encourage broad participation and reflect sensitivity to the social and religious realities of the electorate.
“The party will continue to advocate for electoral arrangements that put citizens first, respect diversity, and reinforce public confidence in democratic institutions,” the ADC added.
