The Digest:
The leadership crisis within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) deepens as a Federal High Court orders the faction led by Senator David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola to appear and justify their recognition by INEC.
Key Points:
- The court has directed the Mark-led interim leadership to show cause by September 15 why INEC should not cease recognizing them
- The faction is backed by major opposition figures including Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi
- Former ADC presidential candidate Dumebi Kachikwu supports the court’s decision, calling the leadership "invaders"
- The party’s publicity secretary denies any court order removing Mark and Aregbesola, labeling reports as fake news
- The leadership change followed the exit of founding chairman Ralph Nwosu, aiming to build a strong coalition for the 2027 elections
- Internal dissent has led to multiple legal challenges questioning the procedural validity of the new appointments
- INEC has updated its records to reflect the Mark-led National Working Committee despite ongoing disputes
Sources: Vanguard
