{
  "id": 19541603,
  "title": "ADC confirms receipt of Lifu’s judgment but raises concern on timing of release",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/adc-confirms-receipt-of-lifus-judgment-but-raises-concern-on-timing",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-11T17:34:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Trust",
    "slug": "daily-trust",
    "url": "https://dailytrust.com/adc-confirms-receipt-of-lifus-judgment-but-raises-concern-on-timing-of-release/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Presidential Campaign Council of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has received the certified true copy of a judgment dismissing the leadership of David Mark. According to Daily Trust, a Federal High Court, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu, ruled in favor of Nafiu Bala Gombe, who challenged the party's leadership. The ruling annulled the candidacies of Atiku Abubakar and others who were supported by Mark.\n\nThe ADC requested the judgment's copy to file an appeal. In a statement on Wednesday, Phrank Shaibu, Director of Strategic Communication for the ADC PCC, highlighted the tight timeline for reviewing the judgment. He noted that Section 294(1) of the Nigerian Constitution stipulates that every court must deliver its decision in writing within ninety days of completing evidence and provide all parties with a duly authenticated copy within seven days of the judgment's delivery. Shaibu expressed concern over the timing of the judgment's release, as it leaves the ADC with limited time to analyze it and strategize on further legal actions.\n\nAdditionally, Shaibu accused the Kaduna government of sealing Arewa House, the proposed venue for Atiku’s consultation with Northern stakeholders. He emphasized that Arewa House, which symbolizes Northern Nigeria's shared heritage, should not be closed off to political dialogue. This action follows similar instances where the APC government reportedly tried to obstruct the ADC's campaign. Shaibu demanded accountability from President Bola Tinubu and the ruling party, stating that they should respect democratic processes rather than obstruct opposition efforts. He vowed that the ADC would not be deterred, continuing its consultations, legal pursuits, and message of change despite the challenges.",
  "summary": "The Presidential Campaign Council of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has confirmed receiving the certified true copy of the judgment sacking the leadership of David Mark. Daily Trust reports that last week, a Federal High Court presided over by Justice Peter Lifu ordered the sack of Mark, annulling the candidacy of Atiku Abubakar, Presidential Candidate […]",
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  },
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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."
}