Atiku Criticizes INEC for Removing ADC Chair Mark
Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, has condemned the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for its decision to remove Mark from the position of chair of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). This announcement was made on April 1, and Atiku argues that INEC has no justification for this action, which he claims threatens Nigeria's democratic progress and reflects a creeping authoritarianism.
He stated that INEC's actions contradict a Supreme Court ruling that holds internal party matters as beyond external interference. Atiku accused INEC of misinterpreting the law and emphasized that the electoral body is acting outside its legal bounds.
He expressed concerns over Nigeria's worsening security situation and rising unemployment, warning that these issues could fuel criminal activities. Atiku called for a commitment to free and fair elections and urged the government to address the pressing issues of insecurity and job creation to ensure a stable democratic future for Nigeria.
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