Nigeria: Court Nullifies Atiku Abubakar's Candidacy

A federal court in Nigeria has ordered the nullification of Atiku Abubakar’s presidential candidacy for the African Democratic Congress (ADC). According to reports by ThisDay and Premium Times, Justice Peter Lifu’s ruling also mandates the removal of all ADC candidates and the party’s current leadership. If upheld by higher courts, the decision effectively bars the party from fielding candidates in the upcoming general elections. Abubakar responded by condemning the ruling party, the APC, accusing it of plotting to sabotage his political prospects. The ADC has announced its intention to appeal the decision and warned its opponents against political escalation. Further details have not yet been released.