DEREGISTRATION CRISIS: NDC FILES APPEAL, MOVES TO SERVE INEC

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has filed an appeal against its proposed deregistration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and has taken steps to serve the electoral body with court processes.

The party’s legal team confirmed the filing at the Court of Appeal, describing INEC’s action as premature and unconstitutional. NDC officials expressed confidence that the judiciary would uphold the rule of law and protect the party’s right to exist and participate in the political process.

INEC had earlier moved to deregister the NDC for alleged failure to meet statutory requirements, triggering a legal battle that has drawn significant attention from political observers. The party has vowed to pursue all available legal avenues to challenge the decision.

The development highlights ongoing tensions between political parties and the electoral umpire as Nigeria prepares for future elections. Legal experts expect the case to set important precedents on party registration and deregistration procedures.

INEC has yet to issue an official response to the latest court move by the NDC.