At the ADC convention, Kachikwu warned against violating court orders

Former African Democratic Congress (ADC) presidential candidate, Dumebi Kachikwu, has urged party actors to respect the rule of law.

Kachikwu, who made the call at a press conference on Wednesday in Abuja, warned that violations of the rule of law would deepen the internal crisis and undermine Nigeria’s democratic stability.

He said: “The real ADC” is making preparations for its national convention in accordance with legal provisions and in consultation with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).”

He said the order of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which directed the parties to the dispute to maintain the ‘status quo ante bellum’ pending the conclusion of the case, must be respected by all stakeholders.

READ ALSO:Former AGF Malami, Nak, returns to court, pleads not guilty to amended charges

According to him, any action that goes against the court’s direction amounts to ignoring the rule of law.

“Despite this order, the country is witnessing desperate politicians holding a convention in the name of the African Democratic Congress because they are aware that they have no place before the law,” said the former presidential candidate.

Kachikwu said some actors within the party were involved in “political gangsterism”, adding that their actions could worsen political tensions in the country.

He regretted that some individuals involved in the dispute did not offer constructive policy alternatives but focused on attacking the Federal Government.

He warned that Nigeria’s fragile security and economic situation required responsible political action, and noted that prolonged insurgency and governance challenges had weakened national institutions.

He warned that continued internal party disputes and political provocations could further disrupt national stability.