By Peace Udugba -The Daily Torch Media
The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has warned the judiciary against actions that could undermine democracy and weaken opposition parties following a Federal High Court judgment derecognising the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
The party expressed concern that judgments of this nature, ifnot carefully handled, could create the impression that the judiciary was being used to frustrate democratic processes and weaken opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Osa Director, Esq., the NDC said the manner in which some of the judgments, particularly those emanating from High Courts, were being delivered raised concerns about a possible attempt to prevent the ADC from participating effectively in the forthcoming general elections.
The party warned that such developments could further threaten Nigeria’s multi-party democracy, which it claimed was already facing serious challenges under the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
While acknowledging the judiciary as the last hope of the common man, the NDC urged the courts to preserve their independence, impartiality and integrity in the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities.
It also called on the ADC to appeal the judgment without delay and urged the appellate court to grant an accelerated hearing in view of the approaching 2027 general elections.
According to the NDC, resolving the matter expeditiously would prevent prolonged uncertainty from undermining democratic participation and the electoral process.
The party concluded with its declaration: “A New Nigeria is Possible!”
