Court Adjourns ADC Deregistration Suit Amidst Appeals

The Federal High Court, presided over by Justice Peter Lifu, has adjourned a suit aimed at the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). The case was filed by the Nation Forum, which includes former legislators as plaintiffs, against several political parties, including ADC, Action Alliance, and Zenith Labour Party.

The plaintiffs argue that these parties have failed to meet constitutional requirements related to electoral performance, specifically the need to secure at least 25 percent of votes in elections to remain relevant. The court's registrar informed the parties that the judgment would be postponed, with a new date to be communicated.

Mr. Raphael Igbokw, chairman of the board of trustees of the Nation Forum, expressed disappointment over the appeal court's decision to grant a stay of proceedings. The forum has already challenged this decision and filed an appeal with the Supreme Court, emphasizing their commitment to resolving the issues raised in the case to strengthen Nigeria's democracy and advance constitutional electoral jurisprudence.