Legal disputes threaten ADC and NDC ahead of elections
Court battles have caused turmoil within the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), raising doubts about their participation in upcoming elections. Members of both parties have expressed concerns that ongoing litigations are weakening morale and affecting mobilisation. Despite these challenges, party leaders remain confident that they will overcome the legal hurdles. Allegations have surfaced that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) is using the judiciary to destabilise opposition parties.
What we know
- Leadership and registration court cases have unsettled both the ADC and NDC, affecting their internal structures and election preparations.
- Some ADC candidates and members say recent court rulings have dampened morale and complicated mobilisation efforts.
- The ADC faces multiple litigations, including disputes over congresses and leadership legitimacy, with figures like David Mark and Nafiu Bala at the centre.
- The NDC is also embroiled in legal battles over its registration and internal primaries, but its leaders insist the party will remain on the ballot.
- Both parties accuse the APC of orchestrating legal challenges to weaken the opposition, but maintain confidence in their ability to participate in future elections.
