Deregistration of ADC, others draws backlash as opposition vows legal fight (opens original article in a new tab)

Nigeria's Federal High Court ordered the deregistration of five political parties, prompting opposition condemnation and legal challenges over concerns about democratic implications and potential political manipulation.

• Federal High Court ordered deregistration of five Nigerian political parties over failure to meet constitutional requirements
• Opposition parties and leaders condemn ruling, vowing legal challenges and alleging attempts to weaken opposition
• Court of Appeal had previously ordered a stay of proceedings, which the ruling party may appeal