Olushola Omogbehin
Following the affirmation of Senator David Mark as leader of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) by the Supreme Court and the subsequent jubilation, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged party supporters not to celebrate yet as the real political contest is still ahead.
He said the court victory may have settled the leadership dispute facing ADC, but it does not end the larger political struggle the party will face as we approach 2027 general election.
Describing the judgment as an important moment for the party, Atiku said Nigerians must not mistake legal success for political victory.
“Even as we welcome the Supreme Court’s firm affirmation of Senator David Mark and the leadership of our great party, the African Democratic Congress, no one should be lulled into complacency,” Atiku said.
According to him, as the ruling was more than a victory for the party leadership, he said it should be a signal for Nigerians who remain dissatisfied with the direction of the country.
“This victory belongs to Nigerians, the millions who have refused to surrender their future. The road ahead remains long in our collective mission to reclaim and rebuild our country.
“We thank them, and we urge them to remain steadfast, because the struggle is far from over. As we press on, let this enduring truth guide us: eternal vigilance is the price of liberty,” he said.
The Supreme Court ruling is expected to stabilise the ADC and clear the way for the party to return its attention to coalition talks, grassroots mobilisation and broader strategy ahead of 2027.
