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ADC Demands INEC Chairman’s Resignation Over Alleged Bias as Electoral Integrity Crisis Deepens

ADC INEC chairman resignation crisis has escalated after the African Democratic Congress demanded the immediate resignation of INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan over alleged partisan conduct linked to past social media activity. The opposition warns the controversy could erode electoral credibility ahead of 2027, while INEC firmly denies the claims, setting up a high-stakes institutional confrontation.

ADC vs INEC Crisis: David Mark Challenges Derecognition as Legal Battle Tests Limits of Electoral Authority

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The ADC vs INEC crisis has escalated into a decisive legal confrontation as David Mark’s faction challenges its derecognition in court. Conflicting interpretations of a Court of Appeal order, combined with political pressure and constitutional questions, have transformed the dispute into a broader test of electoral authority, judicial limits, and the stability of Nigeria’s opposition landscape.

ADC Defies INEC, Rejects Court Order Interpretation as ‘Willful Distortion’ as Congress Crisis Deepens

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ADC INEC congress crisis has escalated after the African Democratic Congress rejected INEC’s interpretation of a Court of Appeal order, calling it a “willful distortion.” The party insists its congresses will proceed, setting up a direct confrontation with the electoral body and raising fresh questions about legal authority, party autonomy, and the balance of power in Nigeria’s electoral system.

ADC Defies INEC, Rejects Court Order Interpretation, Vows to Proceed With Congresses

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ADC INEC congress crisis has escalated into a direct institutional confrontation as the African Democratic Congress rejects the electoral body’s interpretation of a Court of Appeal directive, calling it a “willful distortion.” The party insists its congresses and national convention will proceed as scheduled, setting up a high-stakes legal and political clash over authority and internal party governance.

Malami Terrorism Trial Stalls as AGF Fagbemi Takes Over Prosecution

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The terrorism trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN) stalled on Wednesday after Attorney-General Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) formally took over prosecution of the case from the Department of State Services. The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned proceedings until March 10 to allow the new prosecutorial team study the case file.

ICPC to Prosecute Five Airport Officers Over Alleged El-Rufai Bribes

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Five Nigerian security officials are set to face prosecution after investigators said they accepted bribes from former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai to obstruct a lawful arrest operation at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Authorities say the officers facilitated unauthorised access to restricted airport areas during the incident that followed El-Rufai’s return from Cairo last month.

El-Rufai Legal Development: Court Fixes April 23 for Arraignment Over Alleged NSA Wiretap

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A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed April 23 for the arraignment of former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai in a fresh El-Rufai Legal Development tied to alleged unlawful interception of the National Security Adviser’s communications. The court declined to entertain bail arguments at this stage, citing procedural grounds.

El-Rufai ₦1bn Suit: What the Court Must Decide in ICPC Warrant Dispute

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The El-Rufai ₦1bn suit before the Federal High Court shifts attention to the legality of a search warrant used by the ICPC during a February operation at his Abuja residence. The court must now determine whether alleged procedural defects under the ACJA invalidate the warrant and affect the admissibility of evidence.

El-Rufai Files ₦1bn Suit Against ICPC Over Alleged Unlawful Search of Abuja Residence

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Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has filed a ₦1bn fundamental rights enforcement suit against the ICPC, alleging that a search warrant used to invade his Abuja residence was defective and unconstitutional. The suit challenges the validity of the warrant and seeks damages for alleged violations of privacy, dignity, and personal liberty.

Appeal Court Upholds Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Suspension, Says Senate Acted Within Powers

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The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, ruling that the Senate acted within its constitutional and procedural powers. While affirming the suspension, the appellate court vacated a ₦5 million contempt fine earlier imposed on the Kogi Central lawmaker, partially reshaping the legal fallout from the dispute.