ADC Rejects Court Ruling on Deregistration Order

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has publicly rejected a ruling by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which ordered the deregistration of the party. Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, representing the ADC, stated that the party has not violated any constitutional requirements necessary for continued registration.

The ADC plans to challenge the ruling, arguing that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) does not have a legal basis for deregistration based on political pressure or sentiment. The party emphasized that the judgment conflicts with constitutional principles and warned against using judicial instruments to undermine democracy, which could plunge Nigeria into a significant political crisis.

The ADC also noted that it has met all necessary benchmarks and deadlines for registration. The party's leadership is urging members to remain calm as they await further directives, while also highlighting the potential destabilizing effects of the ruling on Nigeria's democratic process.