The Supreme Court of Nigeria is expected to deliver its final judgement today, Thursday, April 30, 2026, in two high-profile political disputes involving the leadership crises of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
According to the court’s official cause list, the ADC case (SC/CV/180/2026), which involves a prolonged leadership tussle between factions within the party, is scheduled for hearing and judgement at 2:00 p.m. The PDP matter, also listed under political appeals, is expected to be decided the same day, though the exact time has not been confirmed.
The ADC dispute centres on rival claims to the party’s national leadership, including a faction led by former Senate President David Mark and another group led by Nafiu Bala Gombe. The case has been in court following disagreements over recognition of party executives by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The PDP case stems from challenges to the party’s national convention held in 2025, which was earlier contested in lower courts and escalated to the Supreme Court for final determination.
The rulings are expected to have significant implications for the internal stability of both opposition parties, especially as political activities intensify ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The Supreme Court’s decision is being closely watched by political stakeholders, as it may determine which factions retain control of party structures going forward.
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