Delegates Snub Nafiu Bala’s ADC Convention at Abuja Stadium

A live report from National Stadium, Abuja, showed the venue deserted when the Nafiu Bala-led ADC convention was due to start. There were no delegates, party officials, or preparations in sight. This no-show comes amid a heated leadership struggle between Bala’s faction and the group led by former Senate President David Mark. Both sides have scheduled separate conventions as they vie for control ahead of the 2027 elections. Bala has dismissed the rival convention as legally void, citing a recent Court of Appeal ruling. He insists his faction remains the party’s legitimate leadership and criticises the opposing group for alleged document forgery. The dispute is now before the courts after INEC refused to recognise Bala as acting national chairman. No explanation has been given for the empty stadium, fueling doubts about the convention’s viability.

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