Abuja — Concerns are mounting over the future of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, following developments linked to ongoing court cases and party leadership disputes.
The situation has already had major effects within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), where earlier court rulings nullified its Ibadan convention that produced Kabiru Turaki as national chairman. The decisions also upheld the suspension of key party officials.
As a result, the PDP national executive currently recognised by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)—backed by the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike—is expected to remain in control pending final judicial resolution.
However, the ADC appears to be in a more precarious position. None of its three rival factions, reportedly led by Senator David Mark, Nafiu Bala Gombe, and Ogga Temitope, has been recognised by INEC, leaving the party without an officially accepted leadership structure.
Under electoral guidelines, all registered political parties are required to submit their membership registers to INEC by May 10 or risk being barred from sponsoring candidates in the 2027 elections.
Analysts warn that if the Supreme Court does not deliver a decisive ruling within 18 days, the ADC may be unable to meet the deadline requirements, effectively placing the party at risk of not appearing on the ballot.
The development adds to growing uncertainty around party leadership disputes and their potential impact on Nigeria’s next general elections.