Court declines to stop Kingibe from ADC activities
The Federal High Court in Abuja has refused a request to bar Senator Ireti Kingibe from participating in the African Democratic Congress. The application was brought by ward leaders who alleged that Kingibe had been suspended for anti-party activities. Justice Peter Lifu ruled that both parties must be given a chance to present their cases. The matter has been adjourned for further hearing.
What we know
- The court rejected an ex parte application seeking to restrain Senator Ireti Kingibe from ADC activities.
- The plaintiffs claimed Kingibe was suspended on March 10, 2026, by Wuse Ward executives for alleged anti-party actions.
- Justice Peter Lifu ordered that all court processes be served on Kingibe and adjourned the case till April 20, 2026.
- The plaintiffs, Okezuo Anayo and Isaiah Samuel, alleged gross misconduct and disregard for party rules.
- A lawyer for Kingibe, Abubakar Marshall, has filed a preliminary objection challenging the suit.
