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Justice Tsoho Introduces New Practice Directions for Pre-Election Litigation
Chief Judge Justice John Tsoho has unveiled the 2026 Pre-Election Practice Directions to accelerate legal resolutions and improve efficiency in Nigerian election-related lawsuits.
Federal Court Mandates INEC to Provide Registration Access Code to ADA Leadership
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered INEC to issue an official registration access code to the Chief Akin Rickett-led faction of the All Democratic Alliance, declaring previous actions by the commission regarding the party's registration as illegal.
Senator Dickson and Rabiu Kwankwaso Discuss Democratic Stability Amid Legal Hurdles
Senator Henry Seriake Dickson and Rabiu Kwankwaso have met to solidify their support for multi-party democracy while navigating ongoing legal challenges involving the Nigeria Democratic Congress.
Abuja Federal High Court to Rule on N1bn Lawsuit Against NIPSS on June 29
Justice Binta Fatima Nyako will deliver a verdict on June 29 regarding a 1 billion naira lawsuit filed by PRNigeria founder Yushau Shuaib against NIPSS over his removal from a senior executive course.
INEC Awaits Official Court Documents Following Ruling on NDC Registration
INEC states it cannot address the recent Federal High Court ruling regarding the NDC's registration until it reviews the official court order, while the party prepares to appeal the judge's decision to reopen the case.
Legal Setback for NDC and Peter Obi as Court Reverses Party Registration Ruling
A Federal High Court has overturned the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, casting uncertainty on Peter Obi's 2027 presidential bid and drawing sharp criticism from opposition figures who fear a crackdown on democracy.
Seriake Dickson Vows to Fight Court Ruling Mandating NDC Deregistration
Nigeria Democratic Congress leader Seriake Dickson rejects a court order for his party's deregistration, labeling it an illegal threat to democracy and pledging to challenge the verdict.
INEC Prepares to Remove NDC from Party Register After Court Reverses Decision
INEC is moving to deregister the Nigeria Democratic Congress after a Federal High Court in Lokoja set aside a previous ruling that had mandated the party's registration.
ADC Official Calls for Opposition Unity Following NDC Court Ruling
ADC spokesperson Bolaji Abdullahi has urged opposition parties to unite against alleged authoritarian pressure following a court ruling that stripped the NDC of its recognition.
NDC disputes court ruling nullifying its registration
The Nigeria Democratic Congress is challenging a Lokoja Federal High Court ruling that reversed its registration as a political party, claiming the decision is legally flawed.