Deregistration: INEC backs political parties, seeks judgment’s stay of execution

Punchng | 17-06-2026 06:05am |

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has expressed its support for the appeal filed by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties against a Federal High Court ruling that mandated their deregistration. INEC is actively seeking a stay of execution on the court's judgment, which would temporarily halt the enforcement of the deregistration order while the appeal is being considered. This move underscores INEC's position on the matter and its commitment to the electoral process in Nigeria.

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