ADC Candidates Commit to 2027 Elections Despite Court Ruling

Candidates of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have declared their intention to continue campaigning for the 2027 general elections, undeterred by a Federal High Court ruling that nullified the party's national leadership, including the leadership of David Mark as national chairman. The judgment, delivered by Justice Peter Lifu, was based on a suit filed by Nafiu Bala Gombe, who claimed entitlement to the leadership position following the resignation of former national chairman Ralph Nwosu.

The court found that the process leading to the Mark-led leadership's emergence violated the party's constitution. The ADC has filed an appeal against the November 5 judgment and requested a stay of execution, notifying the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of their legal actions.

The party's leadership criticized the timing of the ruling, suggesting it could undermine opposition efforts ahead of the elections. The ADC insists on its right to challenge the decision, emphasizing the need for INEC to refrain from any actions that could prejudice the appeal.