Obidient Movement Urges Supreme Court to Fast-Track Rulings on Opposition Leadership Disputes

Dr. Tanko Yunusa and the Obidient Movement call on the Supreme Court to resolve ADC leadership disputes to protect Nigeria’s 2027 democratic process.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 25, 2026, 6:55 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from The Sun Nigeria

Judicial Intervention Requested to Prevent One-Party Dominance

The leadership of the Obidient Movement has formally called upon the Nigerian Judiciary to accelerate the processing of court cases involving opposition political parties. In a press statement released over the weekend, the movement expressed concern that prolonged legal battles are paving the way for a one-party system in Nigeria. By advocating for a quick dispensary of justice, the movement aims to preserve the country’s democratic plurality. According to the statement signed by Dr. Tanko Yunusa, the current political climate requires the courts to act decisively to ensure that the opposition remains a functional and credible component of the national governance structure.

The Paralysis of the African Democratic Congress

A primary focus of the movement’s appeal is the ongoing leadership dispute within the African Democratic Congress, ADC. The Obidient Movement highlighted that the party’s executive structure has been paralyzed following the Supreme Court’s decision to reserve judgment on April 22. This ambiguity has left thousands of party members in a state of uncertainty and has stalled critical internal operations. The movement argues that a swift judicial resolution is necessary to stabilize the ADC, allowing it to function effectively as a key partner within the broader opposition coalition.

Impact on the 2027 Electoral Cycle

As the 2027 electoral cycle begins to take shape, the Obidient Movement warned that judicial delays could disenfranchise a significant portion of the electorate. The statement noted that the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, and the voting public require settled leadership to engage with during primary windows and coalition negotiations. Without a definitive ruling from the apex court, the movement fears that factionalism will continue to fuel mischief and undermine the preparations required for a robust multi-party contest. The movement maintains that justice delayed in these political matters is effectively a denial of democratic rights.