ADC Urges Supreme Court Ruling to Secure 2027 Election Participation

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has filed an urgent appeal with the Supreme Court of Nigeria, seeking a ruling to resolve a leadership dispute that threatens its participation in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The appeal, dated April 28, 2026, is addressed to the Chief Justice of Nigeria and is represented by S.

E. Aruwa, SAN.

The ADC's situation is critical due to a recent action by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), which allegedly derecognized the party's leadership following a lower court ruling. The appeal was heard on April 22, with the judgment reserved for a later date.

The ADC's counsel emphasized the urgency of the matter, warning that any delay in delivering the judgment could lead to the party's exclusion from the electoral process, thereby disenfranchising millions of Nigerians. The legal team highlighted the importance of timely judicial intervention to safeguard the party's constitutional rights and ensure fair political participation.