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By African Heritage Global Affairs Desk ADC Leaders Hon. (Dr.) Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, leader of the ADC Diaspora Network (ADC-DN), the longest-serving Diaspora Leader and Board of Trustees member of Nigerians in Diaspora Organization (NIDO) both at national and continental levels (2013–2020), and the 2023 Senatorial Candidate for Delta North, has commended the highly successful Ward Coalition Committee Inaugurations across Delta State’s 25 Local Government Areas. Speaking on the sidelines of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Defiant Literature Thinking Awardceremony at the 2025 Harbour Front Literaturfestival in Hamburg, Germany, Dr. Gbandi described the exercise as “a clear demonstration that the ADC is firmly…

By Roy Ofori, African Heritage Global Affairs Editor Hon. (Dr.) Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, Senatorial Candidate for Delta North (2023) and Chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has praised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as a symbol of courage and principled defiance, describing her recent political victory as “a triumph for democracy and a new benchmark for civil resistance in Nigeria.” With the expiration of her suspension in September 2025 and the official unsealing of her office by the National Assembly, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan’s return to the Senate has sparked celebration across Nigeria. Speaking from Hamburg, Germany, Gbandi called the development a powerful reminder…

By Roy Ofori, African Heritage Global Affairs Editor Hon. Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, African Democratic Congress (ADC) Chieftain and 2023 Senatorial Candidate for Delta North, has weighed in on the reported peace deal with notorious bandit leader Ado Aleru, urging the Federal Government to adopt a more consistent and holistic approach to national security. Speaking with African Heritage Global Affairs Editor, shortly after arriving from Turkey on an EU Erasmus program on cultural competency and diplomacy, Gbandi drew from his extensive experience in peace mediation, particularly in conflict-affected areas involving non-state actors. “The internationally recognized 3Rs of Reconciliation, Reintegration, and Reconstruction…

By Roy Ofori, African Heritage Global Affairs Editor Hon. Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, African Democratic Congress (ADC) Chieftain and the party’s 2023 Senatorial Candidate for Delta North, has strongly criticized the reported approval of a new dress code for public servants in Delta State by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori. The policy reportedly bans bushy beards, artificial hair, long eyelashes, fake nails, and other forms of what the governor described as “indecent appearance,” with heads of departments directed to send home any erring officers. Speaking to the press from his Diaspora office in Germany, Gbandi described the move as “cosmetic governance and a…

By Roy Ofori, African Heritage – Global Affairs Editor 06 September 2025 – The African Democratic Congress – Diaspora Network (ADC-DN) has taken bold steps to consolidate its position as the “7th Geopolitical Zone” of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), following a well-attended Strategic Setting Meeting held virtually on Saturday, 6 September 2025. The high-level session, chaired by ADC-DN Worldwide Chairman Hon. Dr. Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, brought together an impressive lineup of Diaspora leaders and continental representatives. Notable participants included: Hon. Rose Rahila Adamu (Deputy Chairman/Woman Leader), Chief Amb. Toni Tuklan (Secretary), MacGodwin Iweajunwa (Director of Communication/Publicity Secretary), Barr. Favour…

By Roy Ofori African Heritage Global Affairs Editor. The African Democratic Congress Diaspora Network (ADC-DN), widely referred to as the ADC’s “7th Zone,” has raised serious concern over what it describes as a growing wave of politically motivated attacks targeting the party and its coalition partners across the country — from Kaduna to Lagos and Imo State. In a statement issued after its high-level global leadership meeting on September 6, 2025, ADC-DN warned that the attacks pose a “dangerous threat to the nation and its democracy.” The group urged the Federal Government and security agencies to act swiftly to protect…

Hamburg, Germany 5th Sept. 2025 Hon. (Dr.) Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, African Democratic Congress (ADC) Diaspora Leader and Nigeria’s longest-serving, most impactful Diaspora leader, has issued a strong reaction to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to embark on a 10-day annual vacation in Europe amidst one of Nigeria’s most challenging economic periods. Speaking to Heritage Media Group from Hamburg, Germany, Gbandi described the trip as a missed opportunity to demonstrate patriotism, inspire confidence in Nigeria’s own tourism potential, and send a message of solidarity with millions of Nigerians enduring economic hardship.  “Leadership, particularly in a time of crisis, is as much…

Reacting from his base in Germany to Heritage Media Group, Hon. (Dr.) Kenneth Gbandi condemned in the strongest terms the recent contemplation by the Revenue Mobilisation, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to review upward the salaries of political office holders in Nigeria. Hon. Gbandi described the move as “a clear sign of a broken system,” stressing that no institution in a nation that truly understands the pain of its citizens should have the audacity to even hint at such “irresponsible and reckless contemplation.” “At a time when responsible leaders across the world are voluntarily giving up parts of their salaries…

Hon. (Dr.) Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi, Diaspora leader, ADC Chieftain, former Deputy National Chairman (Diaspora Engagement), and 2023 Senatorial Candidate for Delta North, has commended Hon. Lady Chinwe Ejidoh, Vice Chairman of Delta North Senatorial District, and her Executive Committee for their unwavering leadership and sacrifice in guiding the African Democratic Congress (ADC) across the senatorial zone. Ika North East, Ika South the zonal meeting Gbandi, who hails from Akwukwu-Igbo in Oshimili North, described Lady Ejidoh’s role as pivotal in strengthening ADC’s presence and credibility in the zone, noting that her sacrifices and vision have helped place ADC as “the bride…

By Hon. (Dr.) Kenneth Chibuogwu Gbandi The Federal Government’s recent wave of service hikes has once again confirmed a dangerous pattern of exploitation against Nigerians, particularly those in the Diaspora. From visa fees to NIN charges, and now the reckless increase in passport costs, Nigerians abroad are being treated not as citizens to be valued but as revenue streams to be drained. Let it be clear: our money is good, but our representation is not. The Diaspora, which contributes billions of dollars annually in remittances, deserves efficient services and meaningful inclusion in governance. Instead, we are met with endless financial…