Atiku Reacts to Court Judgement, Accuses APC of Plotting to Weaken ADC, Frustrate His Candidacy

Chuks Okocha in Abuja: ADC Presidential Candidate Atiku Abubakar has vehemently rejected Thursday's court ruling that removed Senator David Mark's leadership of the party. Describing the decision as a deliberate move to undermine the ADC and hinder his candidacy, Atiku highlighted the coincidence of the ruling shortly after a large crowd in Sokoto rallied behind him during the launch of the ADC campaign.

He emphasized that the people of Sokoto, drawn by his promise of affordable life, are just the beginning of a nationwide movement. Atiku underlined his commitment to all Nigerians, not just the North, stating that the ruling party's miscalculation lies in assuming his support is limited to the North. The former Vice President expressed legal concerns, pointing out that Justice Musa Liman had previously dismissed a similar challenge to David Mark's leadership, dismissing objections on jurisdiction, standing, and internal party remedies.

Atiku vowed to challenge this judicial maneuver at the Court of Appeal. He urged ADC supporters to remain calm and law-abiding, urging them not to let this judgment dampen the momentum from Sokoto. The campaign train is already in Kebbi and will continue its journey across Nigeria. Atiku reiterated that the Affordable Life campaign will persist, as Nigerians deserve relief from the economic hardship imposed by the APC government.