Court ruling on NDC is a hurdle, not stop sign - Obi

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of the 2027 polls, has characterized a recent Federal High Court ruling as a temporary obstacle rather than a definitive end to the party's legal status. The court in Lokoja, Kogi State, ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to recognize the NDC until all related legal issues are resolved.

Obi, a former governor of Anambra State, addressed his supporters, urging them to remain calm. He confirmed that their legal teams are actively reviewing the High Court's judgment. The statement, issued by Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) through its spokesman Idris Zekeri, acknowledged the numerous inquiries received from newsrooms and concerned individuals regarding the "strange court ruling."

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We have received the news of today’s bizarre ruling from the court in Lokoja regarding the legal status of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC). While our legal teams are thoroughly reviewing the judgment to initiate immediate corrective and appellate measures, our Principal urges all our supporters, coalition partners, and patriots nationwide to remain absolutely calm and focused.

"We have received the news of today’s bizarre ruling from the court in Lokoja regarding the legal status of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC)," the POMR statement read. "While our legal teams are thoroughly reviewing the judgment to initiate immediate corrective and appellate measures, our Principal urges all our supporters, coalition partners, and patriots nationwide to remain absolutely calm and focused."

The statement further emphasized the party's understanding of the challenges ahead. "We always knew that the journey to dismantle a deeply entrenched and grossly underperforming political status quo would be met with fierce institutional resistance and unexpected legal detours. Today’s ruling is a hurdle, not a stop sign. Our commitment to providing a transparent, legitimate, and formidable alternative for Nigerians remains unshakeable. The platform we are building is robust, and our legal rights will be vigorously pursued. Do not be discouraged; the vehicle may face a temporary breakdown, but our destination remains non-negotiable."

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We always knew that the journey to dismantle a deeply entrenched and grossly underperforming political status quo would be met with fierce institutional resistance and unexpected legal detours. Today’s ruling is a hurdle, not a stop sign. Our commitment to providing a transparent, legitimate, and formidable alternative for Nigerians remains unshakeable. The platform we are building is robust, and our legal rights will be vigorously pursued. Do not be discouraged; the vehicle may face a temporary breakdown, but our destination remains non-negotiable.