Court Allows Senator Kingibe to Continue ADC Activities

On March 10, 2026, the Federal High Court in Abuja, led by Justice Peter Lifu, dismissed an ex parte application that sought to bar Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in activities of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The application was filed by members of the Wuse Ward executive, who claimed that Kingibe was suspended due to alleged anti-party activities.

Instead of granting the request, Justice Lifu ordered the Wuse Ward executive, reportedly loyal to Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike, to respond to the allegations against Kingibe. The judge emphasized the importance of fair hearing in political matters and noted that the court would consider the defense alongside the plaintiff's claims.

The court also ordered Kingibe to serve relevant documents to prepare her defense and adjourned the matter until April 20, 2026. The case is marked as FHC/ABJ/CV/539/2026, with Okezuo Godfrei Anayo, Isaiah Ojonugwa Samuel, and others representing themselves as ward members.