NDC Ends Recognition of Diaspora Chapters Following Court Ruling

The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially withdrawn recognition of its diaspora chapters following a court judgment that restricts political parties registered in Nigeria from establishing and operating branches outside the country. This decision was announced in a statement by the party's National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director.

The NDC emphasized the need to comply with the court ruling, which was based on the case of Prof. Ali Alao v. All Progressives Congress (APC) & Anor, Suit No.

CV/187/2025, where Justice Peter Kekemeke of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja ruled that political parties in Nigeria lack the legal authority to operate foreign chapters. The NDC stated that it could no longer grant formal recognition to these chapters, although it did not prohibit individual supporters abroad from expressing their support.

The party is also reviewing the judgment to understand its implications and is working to harmonize various groups operating under its name outside Nigeria.