The Supreme Court has reserved judgment in a leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress, ADC. The case was brought by David Mark, the party's National Chairman, against Nafiu Bala, a former Deputy National Chairman. A five-member panel of Justices, led by Justice Lawal Garba, delivered the update on Wednesday. The court's announcement came shortly after the parties' legal teams concluded their submissions. No date was given for when the final ruling will be delivered. The judgment's outcome is expected to determine control of the party's leadership structure. The dispute has lingered in the judiciary for several months. The Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal previously delivered rulings on the matter. The Supreme Court is the final arbiter in the case. The court session took place in Abuja. Both parties were represented by legal counsel during the hearing.
David Mark is challenging Nafiu Bala in court despite holding the position of National Chairman, raising questions about internal party governance. The prolonged legal battle means ADC's leadership remains uncertain, affecting party members' ability to prepare for upcoming elections. With no timeline for the Supreme Court's final decision, the party's structure stays in limbo. This uncertainty directly impacts ADC's relevance in the current political season.
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