ADC Criticizes Court Ruling, Warns of Democratic Erosion

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) issued a statement on Saturday expressing its discontent with a federal high court ruling in Lokoja that annulled an earlier judgment recognizing the National Democratic Coalition (NDC). ADC's national public secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, warned that this decision is part of a broader attempt to weaken opposition parties ahead of the upcoming general elections, posing a significant risk to Nigeria's democracy.

The ADC described the ruling as part of a pattern of actions aimed at shrinking the democratic space in Nigeria, which could lead to a one-party state. Abdullahi emphasized that the current administration led by President Bola Tinubu is creating conditions that undermine fair political competition.

He urged the judiciary to protect its independence and avoid actions that could erode public confidence in the electoral process. The ADC called for collective action from opposition parties, civil society organizations, and the media to defend democratic institutions and ensure that citizens can freely choose their leaders.