The allegation by major opposition political parties in Nigeria such as African Democratic Congress(ADC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is hell – bent on coronation instead of election come 2027 general elections could come to reality as the newly formed Coalition platform ADC has entered its own trouble.
This followed the ruling of an Appeal court which derecognized the David Mark led Executive leading to the removal of the known leadership from the Independent National Electoral Commission, (INEC) Portal.
The move which is similar to what happened to the PDP recently is seen by analysts as the last straw that may break the carmel’s back in the bid to wrestle power from the APC.
In Its reaction, the ADC, insisted it will proceed with its planned congresses and national convention, despite uncertainties surrounding recognition by INEC.
ADC National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, who spoke on Thursday on Arise Television’s Morning Show, said the party had already issued INEC the required 21-day notice for its activities, with the commission acknowledging receipt of the notice.
According to him, the party would not halt its internal processes regardless of INEC’s position, stressing that the party remains committed to carrying out its congresses and convention as scheduled.
Abdullahi however expressed concern over what he described as growing threats to Nigeria’s democracy, and warned against attempts to limit political competition ahead of the 2027 polls.
Recall, INEC on Wednesday removed the names of David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as the party’s National Chairman and National Secretary from its official portal.
