The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will emerge from its current legal challenges stronger and more institutionalised, according to Hon. Chinedu Nsofor, the party’s Anambra South Senatorial aspirant.
Speaking on the Federal High Court proceedings involving the NDC, Nsofor dismissed fears that the case threatens the movement, describing it instead as “a temporary legal hurdle rather than the end of a political movement built on the aspirations of Nigerians.”
Nsofor said millions of Nigerians who identify with the NDC have no reason to panic. “I am not afraid, neither am I skeptical. Every democracy experiences legal contests, especially when a political platform begins to attract widespread national support,” Nsofor stated. “What matters is our confidence in the judicial process and our determination to pursue every constitutional remedy available.”
He urged calm, noting that democracy is strengthened when disputes are settled “through the rule of law rather than public panic.”
The aspirant drew attention to the timeline of the case, linking it to the defection of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
“I have now confirmed the date the Peace Movement Party (PMP) filed its motion challenging the Lokoja Federal High Court judgment. Peter Obi officially joined the NDC on May 3, 2026, and barely two days later, on May 5, the motion was filed,” Nsofor said. “Nigerians are free to draw their own conclusions, but the timing naturally raises questions. It reinforces the perception held by many that powerful interests remain uncomfortable with the prospect of Peter Obi appearing on the ballot in 2027.”
Nsofor said millions of Nigerians who identify with the NDC have no reason to panic. “I am not afraid, neither am I skeptical. Every democracy experiences legal contests, especially when a political platform begins to attract widespread national support,” Nsofor stated. “What matters is our confidence in the judicial process and our determination to pursue every constitutional remedy available.”
He urged calm, noting that democracy is strengthened when disputes are settled “through the rule of law rather than public panic.”
The aspirant drew attention to the timeline of the case, linking it to the defection of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi.
“I have now confirmed the date the Peace Movement Party (PMP) filed its motion challenging the Lokoja Federal High Court judgment. Peter Obi officially joined the NDC on May 3, 2026, and barely two days later, on May 5, the motion was filed,” Nsofor said. “Nigerians are free to draw their own conclusions, but the timing naturally raises questions. It reinforces the perception held by many that powerful interests remain uncomfortable with the prospect of Peter Obi appearing on the ballot in 2027.”
He, however, cautioned the party against distractions, insisting the focus should be on “strengthening its legal position.” Rather than treat the litigation as a setback, Nsofor urged NDC’s national leadership to use it to build “the most legally resilient political platform in Nigeria,” he proposed.
Nsofor warned that procedural attacks on one party could set a precedent for others. “If the democratic space becomes vulnerable to endless procedural battles, today’s challenge against one party could become tomorrow’s challenge against another,” he said. “Every genuine democrat should be interested in strengthening institutions rather than weakening political competition.”
He added that while respecting legal processes, Nigerians must keep focus on “economic recovery, security, youth employment, and good governance.”
“Our politics should increasingly become a contest of ideas, competence, and leadership, not endless courtroom contests,” he added.
The senatorial hopeful assured supporters in Anambra South that the party’s resolve remains unshaken.
“The Nigerian people are wiser than ever before. They understand that every major democratic movement encounters resistance. We shall remain peaceful, law-abiding, and committed to constitutional processes,” Nsofor said.
He concluded by urging party members to “remain calm, continue grassroots mobilisation and allow the courts to perform their constitutional responsibility” as the NDC prepares for the 2027 general elections.
Credit: The Sun