Don’t play with fire, ADC warns APC over court ruling
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has described the judgment sacking the Senator David Mark-led leadership and invalidating the candidacy of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as another desperate attempt to cripple the opposition and deny Nigerians the right to choose their leaders in the forthcoming general elections. In a statement signed by its National Publicity […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has warned the All Progressives Congress (APC) against making a mistake following a recent court ruling. The party described the judgment dismissing the leadership of Senator David Mark and invalidating the candidacy of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar as a desperate attempt to hinder Nigerians' right to choose their own leaders in the upcoming elections.
The ADC stated that the timing of the ruling, delivered by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja, 24 hours after a large turnout at an ADC presidential campaign rally in Sokoto, indicates the ruling party's growing desperation. They believe the judgment was premeditated, and the APC's actions could have far-reaching consequences for the country's democratic process.
The ADC warned that invalidating their leadership could affect the participation of thousands of candidates in local, state, and federal elections. They emphasized that the judgment is legally indefensible and would be challenged through every available legal avenue. The ADC questioned the motives behind the ruling, urging the judiciary not to allow itself to manipulate the country's stability for political gain.
They called on Nigerians to remain calm and exercise their democratic rights, emphasizing that the presidency belongs to the people, not to any political party or individual.
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