A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party, and three other political parties.
The ruling was delivered on Monday by Justice Peter Lifu, who held that the affected political parties failed to meet constitutional requirements necessary for their continued recognition as registered political parties in Nigeria.
The court's decision, if implemented, could significantly reshape Nigeria's political landscape ahead of future elections, particularly affecting opposition parties seeking to expand their influence across the country.
Although details of the judgment are still emerging, the order specifically directs INEC to commence the deregistration process of the affected parties in line with the provisions of the law.
The ADC and Accord Party are among the notable opposition parties that have participated in national and state elections in recent years, fielding candidates for various elective positions across the federation.
The judgment is expected to generate widespread reactions from political stakeholders, legal experts, and members of the affected parties, especially regarding its implications for democratic participation and multiparty politics in Nigeria.
As of the time of filing this report, INEC had not issued an official statement on the court order, while the affected political parties were yet to publicly react to the development.
More details later.
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