2027 Election Showdown: ADC Fights for Political Future at Supreme Court
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is urging the Supreme Court of Nigeria to deliver judgment on its leadership appeal within three days, citing fears that further delays could jeopardize its participation in the 2027 general elections. The party emphasizes that the Independent National Electoral Commission's (INEC) de-recognition of its leadership, stemming from a lower court ruling, has left it in a precarious position. This timely resolution is crucial to prevent the disenfranchisement of millions of Nigerian voters and ensure the party's constitutional right to contest elections.Pelumi Ilesanmi • Local • 1 month ago • 1 minute read
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has issued an urgent plea to the Supreme Court of Nigeria, requesting that judgment in its leadership appeal be delivered within the next three days. The party, through a formal letter dated April 28, 2026, to the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, warned that a failure to do so would severely jeopardize its ability to participate in the 2027 general elections, thereby dashing the hopes of millions of Nigerians who intend to vote for the ADC and its candidates.
The appeal, identified as Suit No: SC/CV/180/2026, involves Senator David Mark, Nafiu Bala Gombe, and four other respondents. According to the party’s lead counsel, Mr. Shuaibu Aruwa, SAN, the apex court
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