ADC: Sokoto turnout allegedly prompted ruling voiding Atiku’s candidacy

African Democratic Congress (ADC) spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi alleged that the large turnout at the party’s event in Sokoto hastened a court ruling that nullified the leadership of David Mark’s faction and voided the party’s presidential candidacy. Speaking on Channels Television, he said the ADC would seek a stay of execution and appeal, accusing the ruling party of trying to frustrate its political activities. Abdullahi warned that if the ruling stands, the ADC could be barred from fielding candidates in presidential, governorship and National Assembly elections. He said the party remained confident in its legal challenge and urged that Nigerians be allowed to choose their leaders.