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Nigerian court voids Atiku's candidacy for 2027 election
- A Nigerian court voided the candidacy of Atiku Abubakar for the 2027 election.
- Atiku is the presidential nominee of the African Democratic Congress, an opposition party.
- The ruling complicates the electoral process and affects the opposition's chances.
- The decision comes amid ongoing lawsuits regarding the ADC's leadership.
- The election is scheduled for January 2027.
Articles (4)
The Hindu·
Uncertainty over Nigeria vote as court bars opposition leader
ABC News·
Nigerian court nullifies presidential contender’s candidacy 2 months before election
The Straits Times·
Nigerian court voids candidacy of opposition ADC's Atiku for 2027 election
Reuters·
Nigerian court voids candidacy of opposition ADC's Atiku for 2027 election