ADC says it has screened more than 70 governorship aspirants on the first day of its screening exercise ahead of party primaries.
This paved the way for him to seek a fourth term in the Senate during the 2027 general election.
Mr Gombe had written a letter to the chief judge of the Federal High Court on May 4, requesting that the case be transferred to another judge.
Mr Doherty was the Lagos ADC governorship candidate in the 2023 elections.
Who is chasing Obi and his new soulmate, former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso? There are three possible answers.
The politician said his decision to remain in the ADC stemmed from the efforts he invested in building the party.
President of Senate, Godswill Akpabio, announced the defections in separate letters at plenary.
He urged the coordinators to remain disciplined and focused.
The lawmaker remains the only opposition lawmaker in the 25-member assembly.
The party urged members, stakeholders, and aspirants to strictly adhere to all outlined schedules and guidelines.
