'Last kick of a dying horse' - Atiku's aide blows hot over court verdict against ADC

Paul Ibe, media aide to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has vehemently criticized the Federal High Court's decision to nullify the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). According to DAILY POST, the Abuja-based court ruled that the leadership of the party, previously headed by David Mark, was invalid, along with all decisions made by its National Working Committee.

The judgment also invalidated Atiku's claim to the party's presidential candidacy for the January 2027 election. Reacting to the ruling, Ibe accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of orchestrating the controversial decision, describing it as the "last kick of a dying horse." He warned that attempts to bar the ADC from the 2027 elections could spark a crisis of democratic legitimacy.

Ibe emphasized the importance of Nigerians' right to choose their leaders and called out President Bola Tinubu's reported prayers for peace in Makkah, insisting that the nation's stability should not be compromised for political gains. He pointed out the high turnout at Atiku's ADC campaign rallies in Sokoto and Kebbi, indicating that Nigerians remain steadfast in their desire to peacefully choose their leaders.

Ibe further questioned the integrity of Justice Peter Lifu, citing a previous condemnation from the Court of Appeal and labeling his conduct as "judicial rascality." He urged the National Judicial Council, led by Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, to scrutinize Lifu's record.