Hashim faults court-ordered deregistration of opposition parties

Gbenga Hashim, a prominent Nigerian politician and former presidential candidate, has strongly condemned a Federal High Court order that mandates the deregistration of five political parties. Hashim, who co-chairs the Movement for Democratic Renewal (MDR), described the court's directive as a significant threat to Nigeria's multi-party democratic system.

The court's decision specifically targets parties including the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the Accord Party. Hashim issued a statement on Tuesday to voice his opposition, emphasizing the potential damage to democratic plurality in the country. The full implications of the court's order and the specific grounds for the deregistration remain a subject of concern for many political observers.

This development raises questions about the independence of the judiciary and its role in the political landscape. Critics argue that such orders could be used to stifle political opposition and undermine the democratic process. The statement from Hashim highlights a growing unease among some political actors regarding the recent judicial intervention in party politics.

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a threat to Nigeria’s multi-party democracy.