Supreme Court Restores David Mark as ADC National Chairman

On Thursday, the Supreme Court of Nigeria ruled to vacate the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) derecognition of David Mark as the national chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The apex court, led by Justice Moham Lawal Garba, determined that the Court of Appeal had acted in bad faith and issued an unnecessary and improper order.

The Supreme Court held that the Court of Appeal should not have made an order that was not sought by the parties involved. The ruling preserved the status quo ante bellum regarding the ADC executive committee and reinstated David Mark's recognition as the leader of the party by the electoral body.

This decision underscores the Supreme Court's authority in electoral matters and the importance of adhering to proper legal procedures.