Federal High Court Vacates Registration of Nigeria Democratic Congress

The Federal High Court in Lokoja has set aside its December 2025 judgment that directed INEC to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party. Justice Isah Dashen found that the earlier ruling violated the rights of the Peace Movement Party, which held the disputed logo. He ordered all parties to return to their pre-ruling positions and to join any missing respondents before trial. The vacated judgment voids INEC’s actions—registration, certificate issuance, record inclusion, and ballot listing—until the substantive case is fully heard. A fresh hearing will now determine the fate of the NDC registration with all interested parties present.

Use The App To Win ₦1m

Stories are shared by community members. This article does not represent the official view of NaijaWorld — the author is solely responsible for its content.