Will There Be Election in 2027? Political Analyst Breaks Down INEC’s Derecognition of ADC Leadership
- Nigeria’s political scene is heating up as INEC’s decision to derecognise ADC leadership raises fresh questions
- Analysts warn that the timing of the move could undermine trust in the electoral process
- With 2027 elections on the horizon, concerns grow over whether opposition parties will be allowed a fair chance
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has recently deleted the leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) from its records, sparking debate among political analysts and party members.
The move has raised concerns about neutrality and timing, especially as Nigeria looks ahead to the 2027 general elections.
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Nafiu Bala Gombe’s claim
At the centre of the dispute is Nafiu Bala Gombe, former National Vice Chairman of the ADC. He insists that he never resigned from his position, despite claims that all national executives stepped down to allow the David Mark-led National Working Committee to take charge. Gombe has challenged INEC to produce his resignation letter, which he says does not exist.
Court of Appeal ruling on March 12th
Speaking on Arise TV, Sumner Sambo, politics editor and analyst, explained that the Court of Appeal issued a ruling on March 12th, ordering both parties to remain neutral while the Federal High Court considers the substantive case. He questioned INEC’s delay in acting on the ruling:
“What was INEC waiting for since March 12th? Because INEC is beginning to look like it's partisan.”
Comparisons with Labour Party case
Sambo also drew parallels with the Labour Party, where despite a court order, Julius Abure’s name remained on INEC’s records for a long time. He noted that even when Abure’s name was eventually removed, his phone number was still listed. This, he argued, raises questions about INEC’s consistency and impartiality.
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Concerns about democracy and 2027 elections
The ADC had already begun preparations for congresses and conventions before INEC’s sudden action. Analyst warn that such delays and inconsistencies could undermine confidence in Nigeria’s democratic process. Sambo cautioned:
“People are beginning to think, is there going to be election in 2027? Or there are subterranean moves to ensure that opposition political parties do not fill candidates, which is dangerous to democracy itself.”
The controversy surrounding INEC’s derecognition of ADC leadership highlights growing concerns about fairness and transparency in Nigeria’s political system. With the 2027 elections approaching, analysts stress that INEC must demonstrate neutrality and act promptly to maintain public trust in the democratic process.
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Facts about politician behind INEC’s deletion of ADC leadership
Legit.ng earlier reported that Nafiu Bala Gombe has been a recent popular figure in the African Democratic Congress (ADC), especially around political developments in Gombe State.
His journey has been marked by candidacy, leadership claims, and disputes over party recognition. In June 2022, The Guardian reported that Nafiu Bala, a lawyer, was affirmed as the ADC governorship candidate in Gombe State. He emerged with 300 delegates backing his candidacy. This marked his formal and reported entry into the spotlight of state-level politics.
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