Seyi Makinde urges FG to protect democracy amid ADC crisis

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, who is also the 2027 presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement, warned the Federal Government against undermining democratic institutions and suppressing opposition parties. His comments followed a Federal High Court judgment that nullified the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by David Mark, which also threatened the presidential candidacy of Atiku Abubakar.

The ruling, delivered by Justice Peter Lifu, invalidated the decisions made by the Mark-led National Working Committee and directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to recognize actions from the party's 99th National Executive Committee meeting held on July 27, 2025. Makinde appealed to the Bola Tinubu-led administration to protect the independence of institutions like the judiciary and INEC, emphasizing the importance of fair competition in elections.

He also encouraged Nigerians to remain hopeful despite ongoing challenges.