State chairmen of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have threatened to initiate contempt proceedings against the party’s national chairman, Senator David Mark, and other principal officers over alleged violation of a Federal High Court judgment concerning their tenure.
The chairmen claim that the party leadership has ignored an April 29, 2026 ruling of the Federal High Court which affirmed that their tenure remains valid until a properly convened national convention is held.
In a letter issued through their counsel, Kolawole Olowookere, the aggrieved state chairmen accused the National Working Committee led by David Mark of taking actions contrary to the court’s decision.
They alleged that plans for a national convention scheduled for May 19, 2026 were based on the assumption that their tenure had expired, a position they insist is incorrect and inconsistent with the court ruling.
The group also raised concerns over the ongoing sale of nomination forms, claiming it was being conducted without their involvement, approval, or consent.
According to them, such actions violate both the party’s constitution and the Federal High Court judgment, warning that continued disregard could expose party leaders to legal consequences, including contempt proceedings.
They urged the party leadership to respect the court order, recognize the legitimacy of the existing state executive committees, and suspend all activities inconsistent with the ruling.
The chairmen maintained that strict adherence to legal and constitutional processes is necessary to protect the party’s chances in the 2027 general elections.
