A chieftain of the All Democratic Alliance (ADA), Dr. Umar Ardo, has vowed to challenge in court the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), citing alleged irregularities in the process approved by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Ardo, speaking during a media appearance, argued that the NDC’s recognition did not follow due process, insisting that the party failed to meet statutory requirements outlined by electoral laws and INEC guidelines.
The controversy comes amid growing political realignments involving key opposition figures, including Peter Obi and Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, whose reported association with the NDC has intensified public and political scrutiny.
INEC had earlier announced that only a limited number of political associations met the requirements for registration ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the NDC reportedly gaining recognition following a court order rather than the conventional screening process.
However, Ardo rejected the explanation, maintaining that the party neither completed the formal application process nor satisfied documentation requirements, and vowed to pursue legal action to overturn its registration.
He further argued that granting recognition to parties outside established procedures could undermine public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system, warning that the ADA would continue to seek judicial redress.
The dispute highlights increasing tensions within opposition ranks, as political actors reposition and new alliances emerge in the buildup to the 2027 elections.
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