Kwankwasiyya Movement vows to pursue NDC registration despite court setback
The Kwankwasiyya Movement, led by Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, said a recent court judgment nullifying the registration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will not deter its commitment to offer Nigerians a credible democratic alternative ahead of the 2027 elections. The statement, signed by spokesman Dr. Muhammad Sale Habibu, expressed concern that the judgment raises questions about judicial integrity and democratic space, especially as INEC has begun activities for the 2027 polls.
The movement warns that legal uncertainty around opposition party registration weakens democracy, noting that legal experts disagree on whether a court can overturn its own judgment. They argue that such uncertainty harms all political actors and undermines public confidence in the judiciary and electoral process, especially as opposition parties face potential judicial hurdles ahead of elections.
The Kwankwasiyya Movement urges the judiciary to uphold justice and independence, urges INEC to act within the law and not prejudice ongoing legal processes, and calls on Nigerians, civil society, professional bodies, and the international democratic community to monitor developments closely. They reaffirm their steadfast support for the NDC as a platform for national renewal, urging citizens to defend their right to choose leaders freely. Will you support efforts to protect opposition parties' rights, or will you focus on other avenues to influence Nigeria's democratic future?