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ADC appeals judgment sacking Mark-led leadership

ADC appeals judgment sacking Mark-led leadership Dirisu Yakubu, Abuja The African Democratic Congress has appealed the judgment of the Federal High Court, Abuja, which removed the Senator David… Read More: https://punchng.com/2295099-2/

ADC appeals judgment sacking Mark-led leadership

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has appealed a Federal High Court ruling in Abuja that removed the party's leadership led by Senator David Mark, urging the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to interfere with the appeal. The party has also filed a stay of execution application. The ADC cautioned that any actions by INEC while the appeal is pending could interfere with the court's decision.

The party's appeal follows a November 5 court ruling that nullified Mark's leadership and invalidated decisions made under his leadership. The court ruled in favor of Nafiu Bala Gombe, who argued he was constitutionally entitled to lead the party after the resignation of then-National Chairman Ralph Nwosu. The ruling nullified Mark's appointment as National Chairman and Rauf Aregbesola's appointment as National Secretary, as well as other decisions made by the interim leadership.

The ADC has filed an appeal and a stay of execution application, urging INEC to respect the judicial process and allow the appellate court to determine the issues arising from the leadership crisis.

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