ADC Rejects INEC Position on Leadership Dispute

Samira Usman Adam
Samira Usman Adam - Presenter/PR & Partnership Lead
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The African Democratic Congress has rejected the position of the Independent National Electoral Commission on the ongoing leadership dispute within the party.

In a statement, the ADC accused INEC of misinterpreting the Court of Appeal ruling.

The party alleged that the Commission acted under pressure from the government.

It claimed the electoral body’s position contained contradictions.

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According to the ADC, the decision undermines facts and due process.

The party also accused INEC of taking sides against opposition groups.

ADC said it is reviewing its legal and political options.

It assured members that further directives will be communicated.

The development follows INEC’s decision to maintain the status quo and suspend recognition of any faction within the party.

The dispute is currently before the Federal High Court in Abuja.

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