The Plateau State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused the ruling APC of attempting to undermine Nigeria’s democracy through what it described as politically motivated court actions aimed at weakening opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Speaking at the party’s headquarters in Jos on Tuesday, Plateau State Chairman, Comrade Solomon Ndam, maintained that the NDC remains a legally registered political party despite a recent Federal High Court judgment delivered in Lokoja, Kogi State.

Ndam described the June 26, 2026 judgment as “illegal and organised”, alleging that it was initiated by the Peace Movement Party, which he claimed is neither a registered political party nor a legally recognised organisation.

According to him, the NDC filed an appeal against the ruling on June 29 alongside applications for a stay of execution and an injunction, which have been served on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

He insisted that there is currently no court order directing the deregistration of the party.

Party says candidate nominations are underway

Ndam disclosed that INEC has granted the NDC access to its candidate nomination portal, allowing the party to upload candidates in line with the commission’s election timetable.

He said the party had already uploaded its presidential candidate on June 29 and would submit National Assembly candidates before the July 11 deadline, while governorship and state assembly candidates would be uploaded before July 17.

The chairman recalled that the NDC secured its registration following a Federal High Court judgment on December 10, 2025, after a legal dispute with INEC. He said the commission had initially declined registration over concerns that the party’s logo resembled that of the APC before the court ruled in its favour.

Ndam also claimed the party has registered more than 13 million members nationwide and conducted congresses and primaries in line with the Electoral Act and INEC guidelines.

Criticism of APC and Plateau government

The NDC chairman commended INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan for what he described as professionalism and urged the electoral body to continue acting within the law.

He further alleged that the APC was using judicial processes to frustrate opposition parties, claiming that parties including the ADC, SDP, PRP and NDC had faced similar legal challenges.

Ndam also referenced Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, claiming he represents a political alternative that unsettles entrenched interests.

He called on the Nigerian Bar Association, civil society organisations and the media to scrutinise the activities and funding of the Peace Movement Party, saying greater transparency was needed.

Turning to Plateau State, Ndam criticised Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration over insecurity and development, alleging that thousands of residents remain displaced and accusing the government of failing to protect lives and property.

He urged Plateau residents and Nigerians to support the NDC, describing it as a platform committed to equal opportunities and good governance.