The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), identified as the political platform of Peter Obi, has been deregistered following a court ruling delivered in Kogi State, creating fresh uncertainty around opposition political calculations ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections.
The decision, which reportedly affects the legal standing of the party, emerged amid lingering disputes over the circumstances surrounding its registration by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Political groups had challenged the process that led to the party’s approval, raising legal questions that eventually reached the court.
While full details of the judgment were not immediately available at the time of reporting, the ruling is expected to carry significant political consequences for Obi and broader opposition alignments preparing for the next election cycle.
Obi had previously criticised judicial interventions affecting political parties, warning that such actions could weaken public trust in democratic institutions.
He also called on authorities to protect judicial independence and reinforce adherence to the rule of law as political activities intensify ahead of 2027.
