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Abuja Court Orders Deregistration of ADC, Accord and Three Other Parties Over INEC Application
Judgement follows suit by electoral commission citing failure of affected parties to meet constitutional requirements
Judgement follows suit by electoral commission citing failure of affected parties to meet constitutional requirements
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja on Monday ordered the deregistration of African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party, and three other political parties after an application by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The court delivered its judgement on 15 June, granting INEC’s request to remove the parties from its register for failing to meet constitutional thresholds.
According to court filings, INEC approached the court seeking an order to deregister the five affected parties following their inability to win any seat in the last general elections. The presiding judge ruled that the electoral body acted within its constitutional powers as stated in Section 225A of Nigeria’s Constitution, which empowers INEC to deregister political parties that do not meet minimum requirements such as winning a seat in either federal or state elections.
This development is significant for Nigeria’s political landscape, as it underscores ongoing efforts by authorities to streamline the number of registered political parties. Since 2019, many Nigerians have raised concerns about ballot paper congestion and confusion at polling units due to proliferation of small parties. The ruling is expected to have immediate impact on future elections, especially ahead of upcoming off-cycle governorship polls.
INEC officials welcomed the ruling, noting that it will help sanitise the party system and make election administration more efficient. “The court has affirmed our power to ensure only viable parties remain on the ballot,” one senior commission official said after proceedings. However, representatives of some affected parties have expressed disappointment and hinted at plans to appeal the judgement, arguing that all parties should have opportunity for political participation regardless of electoral performance.
With this judgement, INEC is expected to issue a formal statement listing the deregistered parties in coming days. Political observers say this may further encourage existing smaller parties to intensify grassroots mobilisation so as not to suffer a similar fate in future.
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Kwankwaso’s Son Named Running Mate for Kano NDC Governorship Ticket
Selection signals strategic move by NDC ahead of 2027 Kano polls, as party seeks to boost youth support
Selection signals strategic move by NDC ahead of 2027 Kano polls, as party seeks to boost youth support
The New Democratic Congress (NDC) in Kano State has picked the son of former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as its deputy governorship candidate for the upcoming election. The announcement was made on Monday, 15 June, positioning the younger Kwankwaso alongside the party’s flagbearer in a bid to strengthen the party’s ticket ahead of the crucial contest.
Party officials in Kano confirmed that the decision was taken after extensive consultations among stakeholders within the NDC. The move is seen as an effort to attract support from younger voters and leverage the influence of the Kwankwaso political family, which has played a major role in Kano politics over the past decade.
Kano State remains one of Nigeria’s most politically significant states, given its large population and history as a battleground for major parties including APC, PDP, and NNPP. The emergence of Kwankwaso’s son on the NDC ticket is expected to reshape alliances and intensify competition ahead of the governorship poll. Political observers note that such a choice could sway undecided voters and energise grassroots supporters who identify with the Kwankwasiyya movement championed by his father.
The NDC leadership described their running mate pick as a demonstration of their commitment to youth inclusion and fresh ideas. A senior party official stated that “the selection process was transparent and aimed at presenting a credible alternative for Kano people.” There has been no immediate public reaction from rival parties or electoral officials regarding the development.
With campaigns set to begin in earnest, all eyes are now on how this new pairing will perform against established political structures in Kano. Analysts predict that voter turnout and alliances among key blocs may be affected by this latest decision. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is yet to release an official timetable for party primaries and electioneering activities.
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Abuja Federal High Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Accord Party, Three Others for Poor Poll Performance
Justice Peter Lifu rules affected parties failed constitutional benchmarks; INEC yet to issue official reaction as 2027 polls approach
Justice Peter Lifu rules affected parties failed constitutional benchmarks; INEC yet to issue official reaction as 2027 polls approach
A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister five political parties, including the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and Accord Party, over their failure to meet constitutional requirements for electoral performance. The judgement was delivered by Justice Peter Lifu on Friday, following a suit brought by former lawmakers who argued that underperforming parties should not remain on the political register ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The affected parties—Action Peoples Party (APP), Action Alliance (AA), Accord Party (AP), Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), and ADC—were said to have failed to win any seat in recent elections or secure at least 25 percent of votes in any state during the last presidential poll. Plaintiffs maintained that keeping parties with little or no electoral support only clutters the ballot and undermines Nigeria’s multiparty democracy.
According to court documents, the suit sought clarification on whether INEC is constitutionally mandated to deregister political parties that do not satisfy Section 225A of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The plaintiffs claimed that none of the five parties met minimum criteria during the 2023 general election or subsequent by-elections—criteria which include winning seats in the National Assembly or state legislatures, or achieving significant vote thresholds at federal and local levels.
Justice Lifu, in his ruling, agreed with arguments presented by the plaintiffs and ordered INEC to remove the five parties from its register. He stated that allowing such parties to continue operations contradicts constitutional provisions and could erode public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system. “Keeping political parties that do not meet constitutional standards on the ballot paper is a breach of Section 225A,” Justice Lifu held.
INEC has not issued a public statement regarding the court’s decision as at press time. The ruling is expected to have major implications for smaller parties seeking relevance ahead of Nigeria’s next general elections in 2027. Political analysts say this development may prompt other minor parties to intensify grassroots mobilisation or risk deregistration before future polls.
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General Rabe Abubakar’s Body Recovered After Death in Captivity, Military Confirms
Senior Army officials disclose recovery details, say investigation ongoing into circumstances of late general’s detention and demise
Senior Army officials disclose recovery details, say investigation ongoing into circumstances of late general’s detention and demise
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the recovery of the body of retired General Rabe Abubakar after he died while being held captive. The development was made public on Monday, 15 June 2026, following days of uncertainty regarding the general’s fate and whereabouts.
According to military officials familiar with the situation, General Abubakar’s remains were located and retrieved by a team dispatched to the area where he had been reportedly detained. Details about the location and the group responsible for his captivity were not immediately disclosed by authorities as at press time.
General Abubakar, a former high-ranking officer in the Nigerian Army, was reported missing several days prior to the discovery of his body. His disappearance sparked anxiety within military circles and among his associates, given his long-standing service record and connections across security agencies. The incident has raised fresh concerns about the safety of retired senior officers in the country.
A senior army spokesperson said that efforts were ongoing to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding General Abubakar’s detention and subsequent death. “We are conducting a thorough investigation to determine all those involved and what led to this unfortunate incident,” he stated during a press briefing in Abuja. As at Monday evening, no group had claimed responsibility for his abduction or provided information about negotiations or demands.
The Nigerian Army has assured that it will intensify its search for those responsible for holding General Abubakar captive. Security analysts have called on government to increase protection for both serving and retired officers amid rising security threats nationwide.
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