The Federal High Court in Abuja will hear a case on February 24, 2026, seeking the removal of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other political parties from official registration.
The suit was filed by the Incorporated Trustees of the National Forum of Former Legislators against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), the Attorney-General of the Federation, and five political parties, including ADC, Accord Party, Zenith Labour Party, and Action Alliance.
The case questions whether INEC can continue to recognise parties that have allegedly failed to meet constitutional and legal requirements for electoral performance.
According to the suit, these parties did not win any elective seats in previous elections and did not meet the minimum vote thresholds needed in presidential, governorship, and local elections.
The plaintiffs are asking the court to confirm whether INEC has the legal duty to enforce these rules and to remove parties that fail to meet them. They also seek an order preventing the affected parties from holding internal activities, campaigns, or participating in elections until they comply with the law.
Court documents show that the suit relies on the 1999 Constitution, the 2022 Electoral Act, and the Federal High Court Civil Procedure Rules. The plaintiffs claim that continuing to recognise these parties could mislead voters, complicate ballot management, and use resources unnecessarily.
The matter was originally scheduled for mention but was not heard, leading to the new hearing date of February 24.
The case is described as a public interest action, aimed at ensuring that all political parties follow the law, uphold democratic principles, and maintain order in the electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections.