Federal High Court Orders INEC to Deregister ADC, Four Other Political Parties, Nigerians React

• The Federal High Court in Abuja has reportedly directed INEC to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) alongside four other political parties.
• The decision has triggered intense discussions online, with many Nigerians seeking clarity on the parties affected and the possible consequences for opposition politics.
• The development has also fueled speculation about the political future of several prominent figures associated with the ADC and other smaller parties ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has reportedly ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to deregister the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties, a development that has sparked widespread reactions across social media and political circles.

The ruling has generated questions about the future of the affected parties, potential implications for opposition politics ahead of the 2027 general elections, and the legal basis for the deregistration order.

Many Nigerians reacted with surprise, while others speculated about how the decision could affect prominent politicians who have been linked with the ADC in recent political discussions.

Reactions

@Ihechirulu
“Them no go Win reach 5 states… data is brutal”

@NaijaNinja001
“This news is heartbreaking, but I don’t know if ADC would actually accept it. But which other party is that? Let me know abeg”

@Alaskamayor_
“Deregister ADC ke what will happen to Atiku and Amaechi ticket lmao 😂”

@OBAF4U
“What will happen to Kenneth Okonkwo?”

@Vohnenter
“What are the 4 other parties?”

@ann_omatf
“Is deregistration a cleanup of weak parties or a limitation of political competition?”

@ogbanjesneijder
“I just watch am now now for arise.😂”

@callmeuchman
“His Excellency, Mr. Peter Obi, actually saw the future. He saw what was going to happen in the ADC and quietly exited the party. Kudos to him.👏”

@balogun_onome
“I don’t get? Why are they deregistering the parties?”

@petithazard2
“Atiku is the weapon fashion agianst political parties in Nigeria”

@Urchi_man
“and four other political parties” I hope NDC is not among ?”

@Mrboorish
“Well watever happens it”ii be held in lieu and de registered after the 2027 election”

@princeDaniel_O
“Governor adeleke’s party accord too. Will adeleke and his supporters still be moving accordingly. What is really going on with the judiciary in this country.”