The defence counsel noted that the convict’s old parents, wife and little child were in court and would suffer if the full wrath of the law was applied against him.
Mr Mark said, “The ADC is not on trial. Rather, it is the judiciary that is on trial and the nation is waiting to see how the National Judicial Council will handle this situation.”
Addressing journalists in Abuja on Monday, Mr Ugochinyere described the decision as an “invitation to anarchy” and a threat to Nigeria’s democratic order.
The matter was adjourned to July 2, 2026 for arraignment.
The ADC considers this development not merely a legal dispute, but a dangerous escalation capable of destabilising the nation’s democratic process.
The court ordered INEC not to allow the parties to participate in subsequent elections, including the 2027 general polls.
The AGF said more than 600 terror suspects would be prosecuted.
Ms Okoli pleaded not guilty to all the charge
The Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Wednesday adjourned a suit filed against Iyabo Obasanjo and others over an Abuja property until July 9 for hearing.
Justice Oshodi remanded her in EFCC custody and adjourned the matter until July 16, 2026, for the hearing of the bail application and the commencement of trial.
