ADC criticises INEC over handling of party leadership crisis
Bolaji Abdullahi, spokesperson for the African Democratic Congress, has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission for its role in the party’s ongoing leadership dispute. He accused INEC of acting outside the law and taking sides in the conflict. The controversy centres on the recognition of Nafiu Bala and the derecognition of David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as party leaders. Abdullahi insists that Bala no longer has any legal standing within the party.
Key takeaways
- Bolaji Abdullahi accused INEC of recognising Nafiu Bala despite his resignation and the dissolution of his executive committee.
- INEC removed David Mark and Rauf Aregbesola as National Chairman and National Secretary from its portal.
- INEC stated it would not recognise any faction until a substantive court case is resolved.
- Abdullahi argued that party leadership issues are internal matters, and the National Executive Committee has already made binding decisions.
- He alleged that INEC’s actions violate a Court of Appeal directive to maintain the status quo.
