INEC Denies Issuing Access Code to Nafiu Gombe's ADC Faction Ahead of 2027 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has denied issuing an access code to the faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by Nafiu Gombe, affirming that only the leadership under Sen. David Mark has been granted access for candidate nominations.
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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has formally denied issuing an access code to the faction of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) led by Nafiu Gombe, clarifying that the portal credentials for the party’s candidate nomination process were granted solely to the leadership headed by Senator David Mark.
According to a statement reported by Vanguard News, INEC emphasized that the official access required for participation in the 2027 electoral process has been issued exclusively to the Sen. David Mark-led faction of the ADC. The commission’s clarification comes amid growing internal disputes within the party over legitimate leadership and nomination rights.
Naija News corroborated INEC’s position, reporting that the commission confirmed no access code was issued to the Nafiu Gombe faction. The denial underscores INEC’s role in recognizing only one faction of the party as eligible to participate in the upcoming electoral cycle, a decision that may influence internal party dynamics and legal challenges.
The dispute within the ADC highlights broader challenges surrounding party unity and recognition in Nigeria’s electoral framework. By officially recognizing the Sen. David Mark faction, INEC has effectively positioned that group as the legitimate representative of the party in the lead-up to the 2027 general elections.