Accord Party Rejects Deregistration Threat from INEC
The Accord Party has dismissed threats of deregistration from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), asserting that it fully meets constitutional requirements to remain registered as a political party in Nigeria. Joseph Omorogb, the party's national publicity secretary, described the call for deregistration as baseless and politically motivated.
He referenced Section 225A of the 1999 Constitution, which outlines specific grounds for deregistration, noting that Accord has successfully won seats in various elections, including the recent councilorship and state assembly elections. Omorogb highlighted that the party's compliance was confirmed during INEC's annual verification exercise.
The party is currently facing a lawsuit from a group of former lawmakers seeking its deregistration, which they claim undermines electoral integrity. The Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, has been accused of partisanship in supporting this suit.
The Accord Party maintains that it has met all legal requirements and will defend its status vigorously.
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