NGThe Nigerian Court of Appeal in Abuja is set to hear appeals challenging a Federal High Court ruling that ordered the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties. The High Court had determined that these parties failed to meet constitutional requirements for continued registration and participation in elections. The Appeal Court previously stayed the execution of this judgment but criticized the trial judge, Justice Peter Lifu, for ignoring a prior stay order, calling his actions 'judicial impertinence.' The case centers on whether INEC has a legal duty to deregister parties that do not meet electoral performance thresholds under the 1999 Constitution and related laws.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the legal arguments from both sides without overtly favoring any particular political faction. It reports on the procedural aspects of the court case, including the criticism of the trial judge and the constitutional grounds for deregistration, while maintaining a balanced tone.
