ADC: ‘They took over like thieves in the night’ — Presidency reacts to verdict against David Mark and allies

The Federal High Court nullified Atiku Abubakar’s presidential candidacy for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and removed the party leadership headed by David Mark. The ruling also invalidated decisions made by the National Working Committee, including the primary that nominated Atiku. Daniel Bwala, special adviser to President Bola Tinubu on policy communication, defended the judgment and accused Mark’s faction of taking control of the party undemocratically and violating its rules and INEC guidelines.