Atiku criticises INEC’s removal of Mark as ADC chair
Atiku Abubakar has criticised the Independent National Electoral Commission for removing David Mark’s name as the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress. He argued that INEC acted outside its legal authority and accused the commission of bias. Atiku warned that such actions threaten Nigeria’s democracy and suggested government interference in both electoral and judicial processes. He also raised concerns about insecurity and unemployment in the country.
Key takeaways
- Atiku Abubakar said INEC had no justification for removing David Mark as ADC chair.
- He accused INEC of misinterpreting court rulings and acting with bias.
- Atiku claimed the move undermines democracy and signals creeping authoritarianism.
- He expressed concerns about worsening insecurity and alleged possible government collusion.
- Atiku criticised high unemployment rates and called for greater private sector involvement in job creation.
