The leadership crisis rocking the African Democratic Congress (ADC) has reached a decisive legal stage, as the Supreme Court of Nigeria has fixed April 22, 2026, for accelerated hearing of a key appeal filed by former Senate President David Mark.
The appeal, SC/CV/180/2026, stems from a prolonged internal dispute over the party’s leadership structure, with Mark challenging the validity of earlier court decisions that weakened his position within the party hierarchy.
At the heart of the case is a March 12 ruling of the Court of Appeal, which upheld objections raised by Nafiu Bala Gombe, a former deputy national chairman of the ADC, effectively dismissing Mark’s earlier appeal on procedural grounds.
The appellate court had earlier affirmed a Federal High Court decision in Abuja that declined to grant interim orders sought in the case, further complicating efforts to stabilize the party’s leadership.
With the matter now before the apex court, the Supreme Court panel led by Justice Lawal Garba has opted for an expedited hearing after all parties adopted their processes, underscoring the urgency of resolving the lingering internal crisis.
The outcome of the April 22 hearing is expected to significantly shape the direction of leadership control and internal stability within the ADC ahead of future political contests.
ADC Leadership Battle: Supreme Court Sets April 22 for Accelerated Hearing
