The African Democratic Congress has cautioned members of the public, as well as party members and supporters, against fraudulent online links, websites and social media accounts falsely presented as the party’s official membership registration platforms.
The party clarified that it has not opened any official online membership registration portal, urging Nigerians to ignore all circulating links claiming otherwise.
This warning was contained in a statement issued on Sunday and shared on X by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi.
“At this time, ADC has not launched any public online membership registration link.
“The party is currently working on its official registration and verification platform, which will be formally announced through verified party channels in due course,” the statement read.
The party stressed that it would never solicit payments or request sensitive personal information through unofficial links, WhatsApp messages, direct messages or third-party websites.
It further advised members of the public to exercise caution, saying, “Do not click on suspicious or unverified links. Do not share unconfirmed registration messages.
“Do not submit personal information, including name, phone number, PVC details, BVN, or payment details, to any unverified platform. Report any suspicious links to the ADC through official party communication channels.
“All legitimate ADC announcements, including the launch of the official membership registration platform, will only be communicated through verified ADC platforms and formal statements from the party leadership,” the statement added.
The ADC said it is taking steps to address the situation and would implement all necessary measures to safeguard the public and maintain the integrity of the party.
The warning comes amid repeated incidents of scams linked to the party, particularly as preparations intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In July 2025, the ADC had similarly distanced itself from a fake list of state chairmen and warned against unauthorised online registration platforms allegedly created to defraud Nigerians.
At the time, Mr Abdullahi had described such activities as attempts to swindle unsuspecting individuals and urged the public to verify information through credible party sources, including his official account.
