ADC Receives Certified Ruling That Voided David Mark’s Leadership

The African Democratic Congress says it has received a certified copy of the Federal High Court judgment that invalidated the party leadership headed by former Senate President David Mark.

Phrank Shaibu, director of strategic communication for the ADC Presidential Campaign Council, confirmed receipt on Wednesday.

He said the party would study the judgment and pursue its legal options, and criticised the time it took for the court to release the document.

Justice Peter Lifu delivered the ruling in Abuja on 5 November.

TheCable, which first reported details from the judgment, said the judge rejected a disputed letter as proof that former deputy national chairman Nafiu Bala had resigned.

The judge also found insufficient evidence that the process that brought in Mark’s leadership met the legal requirements for a party election.

The ruling has raised questions about the ADC’s nominations for the 2027 elections, including that of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar.