Last mentioned: Feb 24, 2026
Scheduled Ruling
The Federal High Court is expected to deliver its judgment on the deregistration suit.
Court Hearing Concludes
The court heard final arguments from all parties regarding the status of the ADC and Accord parties.
A Nigerian Federal High Court has scheduled a definitive ruling for March 24, 2026, regarding a lawsuit seeking the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), the Accord Party, and several other political entities. The decision will determine whether these organizations meet the constitutional requirements to maintain their status as recognized political parties.
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