TDThe Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reinstated the names of the National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), David Mark, along with members of his National Executive Committee, on its official website.
The development, confirmed via INEC’s political parties directory, signals a significant shift in the ongoing leadership tussle within the ADC.
The restoration comes amid protracted legal and political disputes over the legitimacy of the party’s leadership structure.
David Mark, a former Senate President, had been at the center of the crisis, with conflicting claims emerging from different factions within the party regarding the authentic national leadership.
At one point, INEC’s website reflected changes that appeared to sideline Mark’s leadership, fueling further controversy and uncertainty within the party.
However, the latest update by the electoral umpire now lists Mark and his executive team as the recognized leadership, a move likely to influence the direction of the dispute and ongoing legal proceedings tied to the party’s internal governance.
While INEC has yet to issue an official statement explaining the rationale behind the update, the action is being interpreted by political observers as a possible compliance with recent court rulings or administrative reviews.
The leadership crisis within the ADC has raised broader concerns about internal democracy and regulatory oversight of political parties in Nigeria. Analysts note that INEC’s role in maintaining an accurate and legally compliant register of party leadership is critical to ensuring electoral stability and public trust.
As of press time, reactions from opposing factions within the ADC were still being awaited, while stakeholders continue to monitor the situation for further legal or political developments.
More details to follow as the story unfolds.
