{
  "id": 18472915,
  "title": "ADC: Nafiu Bala now powerful, gets all he wants from courts - Rufai Oseni",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/06/adc-nafiu-bala-now-powerful-gets-all-he-wants-from-courts-rufai-oseni",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-06T08:13:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/06/adc-nafiu-bala-now-powerful-gets-all-he-wants-from-courts-rufai-oseni/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Arise Television journalist Rufai Oseni has raised questions about the court victories achieved by Nafiu Bala Gombe, a Deputy National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Oseni expressed curiosity about the circumstances that have empowered Bala, particularly his ability to secure favorable court decisions, such as a recent order to change a judge. During a recent show on Arise Television's Morning Show, Oseni pondered who was supporting Bala to obtain these positive legal outcomes. This inquiry came following the Federal High Court's nullification of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar's selection as the ADC's presidential candidate for the 2027 general election. The judge, Peter Odo Lifu, ruled that the processes leading to the election of former Senate President David Mark, Rauf Aregbesola, and other party officials were unlawful. Consequently, all ADC candidates for the 2027 elections were declared invalid. Oseni urged Nigerians to delve into the reasons behind Bala's legal triumphs, recommending that they obtain and scrutinize the certified true copy of the judgment. He questioned Bala's newfound power, highlighting that Bala had previously sought to change a judge and had subsequently received the desired results. The journalist also expressed concerns over the fairness of removing a leading presidential candidate from the ballot just 73 days prior to an election. While acknowledging the ADC's right to appeal the ruling, Oseni voiced apprehension about the potential consequences for Nigeria's democracy. He emphasized that public opinion and perception are crucial in the administration of justice. Oseni also wondered if it would be equitable for democracy if Atiku's candidacy remained nullified following the court's decision. The ADC leadership structure and preparations for the upcoming election now face uncertainty due to the court's judgment.",
  "summary": "Arise Television anchor, Rufai Oseni, has questioned the circumstances surrounding the court victories of Nafiu Bala Gombe in the leadership crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress, ADC. Oseni wondered who was backing Bala, a Deputy National Chairman of the party, to secure favourable court decisions, including an order for a judge to be changed. The […] ADC: Nafiu Bala now powerful, gets…",
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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."
}