The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed the judgment restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from recognising or participating in any state congresses organised by the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
In a split decision of two to one, the appellate court on Monday upheld the earlier ruling delivered by Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on April 29, 2026.
The judgment means that the order preventing INEC from recognising the state congresses conducted by the David Mark-led faction of the ADC remains in force pending any further legal proceedings.
The appeal court’s decision is expected to have significant implications for the internal affairs of the party, particularly as political parties continue preparations for the 2027 general elections.
The legal dispute is part of the ongoing leadership crisis within the ADC, with rival factions contesting the legitimacy of the party’s leadership and internal processes.
Further details on the judgment and its implications are expected as the court releases the full reasons for its decision and the parties involved react to the ruling.
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