Ondo NDC vows to challenge court ruling on party registration
The Ondo State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress has rejected a Federal High Court decision that set aside an earlier order for the Independent National Electoral Commission to register the party. Kennedy Peretei, the Ondo NDC chairman, insisted the party remains valid and operational. He stated that no order for deregistration has been made and the party will appeal the ruling. The NDC maintains its commitment to constitutional democracy and assures supporters of its continued participation in the political process.
Key takeaways
- Kennedy Peretei said the party will challenge the Federal High Court ruling at the Court of Appeal.
- The NDC insists that no order has been made for its deregistration and it remains a valid political platform.
- The party claims it has complied with all legal requirements and participated in INEC activities, including recent bye-elections.
- The NDC argues that the court had already delivered a final judgment and questions the legal basis for revisiting the case.
- The party leadership reassures members and candidates that all nominations remain valid pending the appeal.
