ADC Leadership Dispute: Court to Hear Case on Mark and Aregbesola’s Positions Monday!

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Reported by Amos Dachung – Sele Media Africa Reporter
September 12, 2025

ADC Leadership Dispute: Court to Hear Case on Mark and Aregbesola’s Positions Monday

The leadership tussle within Nigeria’s African Democratic Congress (ADC) is set to intensify as the Federal High Court in Abuja prepares to hear a pivotal case on Monday, September 15, 2025. The court will determine whether Senator David Mark and former Osun State Governor Rauf Aregbesola will continue as the party’s interim National Chairman and National Secretary, respectively.

Background of the Dispute

In June 2025, the ADC underwent a significant leadership transition. Founding Chairman Chief Ralph Okey Nwosu and other party leaders voluntarily stepped down to allow Mark and Aregbesola to assume interim leadership roles. This move aimed to reposition the party and form a robust opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. The coalition includes prominent figures such as former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s Peter Obi, and former governors Rotimi Amaechi, Nasir el-Rufai, and Aminu Tambuwal [1] .

Legal Challenges and Court Proceedings
The ADC has dismissed reports suggesting that a court order removed Mark and Aregbesola from their positions, describing them as politically motivated fake news. The party clarified that the court merely directed the defendants to be put on notice and did not issue any restraining orders. Furthermore, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has updated its records to reflect the Mark-led National Working Committee, indicating official recognition of the new leadership [4] .

Implications for the 2027 Elections

The outcome of the court hearing could significantly impact the ADC’s strategy and cohesion as it positions itself as a formidable opposition force in the upcoming 2027 general elections. The party’s ability to resolve internal disputes and present a united front will be crucial in challenging the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

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Citations:
1.⁠ ⁠The Guardian Nigeria: guardian.ng/breakingnews/adc-leaders-resign-for-mark-aregbesola-to-reposition-party-nwosu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2.⁠ ⁠Vanguard News: www.vanguardngr.com/2025/09/adc-leadship-battle-to-remove-mark-aregbesola-continues-monday/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3.⁠ ⁠Vanguard News: www.vanguardngr.com/2025/09/2027-no-court-order-removed-mark-aregbesola-from-adc-leadership-party/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
4.⁠ ⁠Abuja Press: www.abujapress.com/2025/09/2027-adc-denies-court-removal-of-david.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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