It Could Trigger Civil War: Amaechi Raises Alarm Over Court Judgment Against ADC

The vice-presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Amaechi, has revealed that he held an emergency meeting with the party’s presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and other leaders following a Federal High Court judgment that nullified the David Mark-led leadership of the party and invalidated the process that produced Atiku as its presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

According to Bush Radio Academy, the court ruling, delivered by the Federal High Court in Abuja, set aside the National Working Committee led by former Senate President David Mark, raising fresh uncertainty over the ADC’s leadership and preparations for the forthcoming presidential election.

Speaking during an interview on Mainland 98.3 FM, Amaechi warned that the judgment could create serious political tension if not properly handled. He disclosed that he, Atiku and the party chairman quickly convened an emergency meeting after receiving news of the ruling, where they agreed to appeal for calm and prevent the situation from escalating.

Amaechi cautioned that the development could have severe consequences, including the possibility of widespread unrest, if political actors failed to manage the situation responsibly.

He also insisted that there was no internal crisis within the ADC, arguing that the controversy was being driven by external political interests. He referred to documents and a video which he claimed supported the party’s position on the leadership transition involving Nafiu and Ralph Nwosu.

The former Rivers State governor further alleged that the ruling was part of an attempt to weaken the ADC and create uncertainty among voters ahead of the 2027 elections. He suggested that the All Progressives Congress (APC) was concerned about the growing strength of the opposition party.

Amaechi maintained that the ADC remained a major challenger to the ruling party, pointing to the number of opposition presidential candidates expected to contest across different regions of the country.

He argued that President Bola Tinubu could face significant competition in the South-West, where several presidential aspirants are expected to seek votes. He specifically mentioned Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, who is also expected to contest the presidential election, as a potential factor in the region’s political calculations.

Amaechi also referenced Peter Obi’s political influence in the South-East, suggesting that his participation could affect the APC’s electoral prospects in the region. He described the South-South as another important battleground, expressing confidence in his own political influence there as an ADC vice-presidential candidate.

He further noted that Atiku would be a major contender in the North, where the former vice-president is expected to draw support across the region’s 19 states.

Amaechi’s comments come amid growing uncertainty within the ADC following the court judgment, with the party’s leadership and presidential nomination now facing a significant legal and political challenge.