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ADC backs NBA’s position, rejects court’s intervention in party internal disputes
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed support for the Nigerian Bar Association’s stance, affirming that courts lack jurisdiction over internal party disputes.
The party, in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi on Saturday in Abuja, described NBA’s warning against judicial abuse as a validation of its position on the court’s legality.
Abdullahi stated that NBA’s intervention highlighted the ongoing attempts to undermine the David Mark-led leadership through judicial processes, insisting that they were inconsistent with existing electoral laws.
He maintained that the current dispute was not legitimate litigation but a deliberate strategy aimed at exploiting judicial mechanisms for political advantage and manipulation purposes.
The party’s spokesperson described such actions as abuse of court process, involving forum shopping and what it termed ‘mala fide litigation’ intended to destabilise the party’s lawful leadership structure.
He emphasised that any judicial order obtained contrary to statutory provisions remained invalid and cannot form a legitimate basis for actions affecting party leadership.
Abdullahi expressed concern that certain actors had continued to involve courts in prohibited matters, creating confusion and attempting to project uncertainty around the party’s leadership structure.
He commended NBA for reaffirming the rule of law and warning legal practitioners against actions that could undermine judicial integrity and democratic principles.
While referencing NBA’s call for disciplinary measures against any erring legal practitioner, he said that such a call underscored the seriousness of the ongoing violations.
Abdullahi called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to remain neutral and impartial and avoid actions that could legitimise processes inconsistent with the Electoral Act.
He stated that the dispute extended beyond the party’s internal affairs, framing it as a broader issue concerning the protection of democratic integrity in Nigeria.
Abdullahi, however, reaffirmed ADC’s commitment to pursuing lawful measures to defend its mandate and safeguard democratic principles. (NAN)(
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Prominent chieftains and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State have presented Senator Sharafadeen Alli as the gubernatorial candidate of the party to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
DAILY POST reports that the APC chieftains presented Alli to Tinubu on Saturday evening.
Our correspondent reports that Alli currently represents Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly.
It was learnt that the gubernatorial primary election of the party was held a few days ago.
Our correspondent gathered that the APC chieftains presented Alli as the party’s candidate to Tinubu on Saturday.
The APC delegation from Oyo State was led by the former Deputy Governor of the state, who also doubles as the APC Chairman in the state, Chief Moses Adeyemo.
Adeyemo was accompanied by another former Deputy Governor, Chief Iyiola Oladokun, and a former Senator representing Oyo Central, Senator Ayoade Adeseun.
Others included Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle, APC National Deputy Auditor, Mr. Gbenga Olayemi, and Mr. Soji Adedeji.
During the meeting, the APC chieftains introduced Alli as the party’s gubernatorial candidate to Tinubu.
The APC chieftains also pledged their support for both Tinubu and Alli in 2027.
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has announced former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Kwankwaso, as his running mate.
Obi made the announcement on Saturday after his official confirmation as the NDC presidential candidate.
DAILY POST reports that the NDC on Saturday declared Obi its presidential candidate ahead of next year’s general elections.
Obi and Kwankwaso had recently dumped the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the NDC, citing internal divisions and court cases.
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The Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has outlined ways to tackle unemployment, underemployment and corruption in the country.
Speaking on Saturday shortly after his emergence as the the NDC presidential candidate ahead of the next year’s general elections, Obi harped on support for the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, as a criterion.
According to him: “Our large pool of talented youth remains largely unemployed.
“The current official unemployment rate of 4% grossly misrepresents the true situation; actual underemployment and unemployment in Nigeria exceeds 30%, with youth unemployment sitting at over 40% – among the highest globally, necessitating urgent intervention.
“We will address this by aggressively supporting the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, MSMEs, through targeted tax incentives, special interest rates, and accessible funding in sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, entertainment, sports, and distribution. These improvements will be both measurable and verifiable.”
Speaking on corruption, the former Anambra state governor said Nigerians will witness a tangible and verifiable reduction in corruption and the baseline costs associated with governance.
He noted that public resources will be managed with absolute transparency, prudence, and accountability to ensure that every naira spent yields demonstrable value for the citizenry.
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