ADC Faction Directs Suspension Of Nomination Form Sales Pending Court Ruling

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), led by Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe, has directed the immediate suspension of the sale and purchase of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms pending the determination of a matter currently before the Federal High Court.

The directive formed part of resolutions reached at the meeting of the party’s Board of Trustees (BoT) held on Thursday in Abuja.

In a communiqué after the meeting and signed by the ADC Board of Trustees Secretary, Mr. Rufus Akanmi, the party warned that anyone proceeding with the purchase of forms despite the directive would do so at their own risk.

The Board also acknowledged and commended the Supreme Court of Nigeria over its judgment delivered on April 30, 2026, describing the ruling as a landmark contribution to constitutional democracy and the rule of law within the Nigerian political system.

According to the communiqué: “All parties concerned are directed to immediately suspend the sale/purchase of such forms pending the final determination of the matter presently before the Federal High Court.

“It is expressly stated that any person who proceeds to purchase the said forms does so at their own risk, and the African Democratic Congress shall not accept any liability or responsibility for consequences arising therefrom.”

The BoT further called on members of the coalition within the party and the faction led by David Mark to put aside partisan interests and work with the leadership of Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe in the interest of party unity.

According to the communiqué, such collaboration is necessary to guarantee the party’s effective participation in the forthcoming general elections and ensure the emergence of credible candidates for elective positions at the state, local government and ward levels.

“This unity is imperative to guarantee the African Democratic Congress’s full participation in the forthcoming general elections and to ensure the nomination and sponsorship of credible candidates for all elective positions at the State, Local Government, and Ward levels.

“The Board reaffirms that, under the leadership of Hon. Nafiu Bala Gombe, the African Democratic Congress remains steadfast in its commitment to the core values of equity, fairness, transparency, and justice for all members of the party, without bias or discrimination.

“The Board hereby directs the National Working Committee to constitute Caretaker Committees in all States where the tenure of the current State Executive Committees has expired, to ensure continuity and stability in party administration at the grassroots level.

“The Board further directs the National Working Committee to immediately initiate processes for the convening of a Mini National Convention. For the purpose of filling all vacant positions arising from the recent resignation of certain members of the NWC, in accordance with the Constitution of the party.

“The attention of Senator David Mark and all esteemed members of the African Democratic Congress is formally drawn to the ongoing sale of Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms,” the statement reads.