By Mason Kunte Ejembi
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has rejected the Federal High Court order directing the de-registration of the party alongside three other political parties, describing the judgment as a threat to Nigeria’s democracy and political stability.
In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party faulted the ruling, alleging that the decision was part of efforts by the ruling government to weaken opposition voices ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The ADC argued that the Nigerian Constitution gives the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) the exclusive responsibility to register or de-register political parties, adding that the court’s decision allegedly contradicted INEC’s position presented through an affidavit and disregarded an existing order of stay of proceedings from the Court of Appeal.
The opposition party maintained that Nigeria remains a nation governed by the rule of law and not by the interests of individuals or political actors, stressing that it would explore all legal and constitutional means available to challenge the judgment.
According to the party, it would mobilise democratic stakeholders to defend the rights of its candidates, members, supporters, and millions of Nigerians who believe in democratic participation.
The ADC further warned that any crisis arising from what it described as attempts to use the judiciary against legitimate political opposition would be the responsibility of those pursuing such actions.
The party also announced plans to petition the National Judicial Council (NJC) over what it called alleged misconduct by the presiding judge, claiming that the action had affected public confidence in the judiciary.
Meanwhile, the ADC has urged its members, candidates, supporters, and coalition partners nationwide to remain calm, vigilant, and committed, assuring them that it would continue to pursue every lawful avenue to remain on the ballot ahead of the 2027 elections.
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