The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the recent Federal High Court ruling that set aside the recognition of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), warning that the development could threaten Nigeria’s multi-party democracy.
In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the party alleged that recent legal and administrative actions against opposition parties point to a coordinated effort to weaken political opponents ahead of the next general election.
According to the ADC, the controversy surrounding the NDC extends beyond one political party and raises concerns about the country’s democratic future.
“The cumulative effect of these attacks is unmistakable: they weaken the opposition, narrow the democratic space and strengthen those already in power. This is not how a healthy democracy functions,” the party said.
The opposition party also accused the Tinubu administration of creating an environment that undermines fair political competition, insisting that democracy can only thrive when all political parties are treated equally under the law.
The ADC urged the judiciary to remain independent and avoid actions that could weaken public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process, stressing that justice must not only be done but must also be seen to be done.
The party further appealed to opposition parties, civil society organisations, the media, organised labour and Nigerians to unite in defending the country’s democratic institutions.
It warned that allowing the democratic space to shrink could eventually affect every opposition party and limit Nigerians’ constitutional right to freely choose their leaders.
The ADC maintained that it would continue to oppose any attempt to undermine Nigeria’s multi-party system and pledged to stand with those committed to protecting democratic governance.
