The Kwankwasiyya Movement has called on the Supreme Court to expedite its ruling in the African Democratic Congress (ADC) leadership case, warning that prolonged delays could undermine the party's ability to take part in Nigeria's electoral process. In a statement issued Friday, the movement's spokesperson, Dr. Habibu Sale Mohammed, said the group holds full confidence in the court's independence but emphasized the urgency of the matter. "While we remain confident in the integrity, independence and sense of responsibility of the Supreme Court, we consider it necessary to respectfully highlight the urgency surrounding this matter," the statement said. Mohammed noted that the ADC is "in a race against time," as political timelines are rigid and unforgiving, leaving little room for procedural delays. The unresolved legal battle, according to the movement, restricts the party's capacity to organise, mobilise and function effectively within the democratic framework. "The absence of a clear and final determination inevitably constrains the ability of the party to fully organise, mobilise and participate effectively within the democratic space," Mohammed stated. The group urged the court to consider both the legal substance of the case and its broader implications for democratic engagement and national stability. "The Court has demonstrated that justice, to be truly meaningful, must not only be fair but also timely, particularly in matters with direct implications for democratic participation and national stability," the statement read. The Kwankwasiyya Movement reiterated its respect for judicial processes while maintaining that timeliness is a critical component of justice in political matters.
A movement that once shaped political realignments now finds itself appealing for judicial speed rather than delivering grassroots pressure. The ADC's fate being tied to a court timeline exposes how internal disputes can paralyse emerging parties. When judicial delays become political handicaps, the system rewards those who can wait, not those who can mobilise.
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