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The Digest:

The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced it will cease to recognize either faction of the African Democratic Congress following a Court of Appeal judgment on March 12, 2026. INEC will no longer accept correspondence from the David Mark-led faction or the Rafiu Bala faction, nor monitor their meetings or conventions, until the matter at the Federal High Court is decided. The commission will also remove David Mark's name from the INEC portal. The leadership crisis stems from a dispute over the party's national leadership after Ralph Nwosu's resignation in July 2025.

Key Points:
  • INEC will not recognize either ADC faction until the Federal High Court decides the matter.
  • The commission will remove David Mark's name from its portal.
  • The dispute began after Ralph Nwosu resigned as ADC national chairman in July 2025.
  • Rafiu Bala challenged David Mark's leadership in court, filing Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/1819/2025.
  • The Court of Appeal dismissed David Mark's appeal on March 12, 2026.
As INEC steps back from the ADC leadership crisis, the party's preparations for the 2027 elections face uncertainty, with both factions now in a holding pattern awaiting court resolution.

Sources: Channels Television