The Democratic Leadership Alliance has referred its 2027 presidential candidate, Moses Adebisi, to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Inspector-General of Police over alleged financial misconduct.

The party also announced the suspension of all presidential campaign activities relating to his candidature.

The decision was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the party’s National Chairman, Samuel Memeh, who said the party had initiated disciplinary proceedings following concerns over a financial commitment allegedly made by the candidate before the substitution primary held on August 20, 2026.

According to Memeh, the concerns arose from a personal financial undertaking made by Adebisi, including an alleged dud cheque issued by him. He explained that by a letter dated August 29, 2026, the National Disciplinary Committee formally invited Adebisi to appear before it at its sitting held on August 30 to respond to the issues raised.

Memeh said following that proceeding, the committee issued a directive suspending all presidential campaign activities and public appearances relating to his candidature pending further resolution. He added that the party has formally referred the matter to the EFCC and the police for independent investigation.

“The DLA wishes to notify its party faithful, the media, and the general public that Moses Adebisi who emerged as the party’s presidential candidate following the substitution primary of 20 August 2026, is currently undergoing disciplinary action and is subject of an ongoing criminal investigation,” the statement read.

The party stressed that it would not assume responsibility for personal financial undertakings or transactions entered into by any individual without its authorisation, adding that Adebisi remained personally responsible for his commitments. It also warned members against promoting his candidature until the process is concluded.

When contacted on Tuesday, Adebisi denied allegations of financial impropriety, saying he had paid more than N90 million to revive the party and support its political activities. He explained that the N40 million cheque issued was undated and intended as a guarantee for political activities to commence, not a payment that could be cashed immediately.