{
  "id": 18310887,
  "title": "‘No shaking’, Atiku shrugs off court ruling on candidacy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/no-shaking-atiku-shrugs-off-court-ruling-on-candidacy",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-05T12:53:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/no-shaking-atiku-shrugs-off-court-ruling-on-candidacy/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has dismissed a recent court ruling concerning the removal of Senator David Mark's leadership of the party. In a statement, Atiku characterized the ruling as a deliberate move to undermine the ADC and hinder his candidature. The timing of the judgment, according to Atiku, was deliberate, coming a day after a large crowd in Sokoto rallied to support his campaign. Atiku emphasized that the turnout in Sokoto was a sign of the people's demand for change and their belief in the ADC's promise to make life more affordable for Nigerians. He insisted that his candidacy transcends regional boundaries and is inclusive of all Nigerians. Atiku accused the ruling party of miscalculating the impact of the judgment, stating that his support is not confined to the North. He challenged the legal strategy behind the new case, pointing out that the earlier court had dismissed a similar challenge and ruled in favor of the defendants. Atiku called on his supporters to stay calm and maintain their commitment to the campaign despite the setback. He emphasized that the Affordable Life campaign would continue as Nigerians deserve relief from the economic hardships imposed by the APC government.",
  "summary": "Presidential Candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, has condemned Thursday’s court judgment on the removal of Senator David Mark’s leadership of the party, describing it as a calculated attempt to weaken the ADC and frustrate his candidacy. In a statement issued by Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication of the ADC Presidential […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}