National leader of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Senator Seriake Dickson, has faulted a Federal High Court order derecognising his party, describing the ruling as lacking legal merit and alleging that it is aimed at undermining the credibility and progress of the political platform.
In a statement posted on his personal Facebook account and made available to journalists, Dickson said he and other leaders, officials, candidates and members of the NDC were “jolted” by the order issued by the Federal High Court sitting in Lokoja and presided over by Justice Isah Dashen.
According to him, the court order “lacks legal merit and is intended to affect the foundational credibility and efforts of our party.”
“The order is illegal and will not stand. It is against multi-party democracy, anti-democratic in nature, and aimed at narrowing and stifling the democratic space. It will be resisted by all of us and by all lovers of democracy in Nigeria,” he said.
Dickson disclosed that the party had assembled a legal team to challenge the ruling, adding that steps were already being taken to have the order set aside.
“We have assembled our team of lawyers, and they are taking appropriate steps to set the order aside and restore normalcy,” he said, while urging members, supporters and candidates of the NDC to remain calm and continue with their political activities.
“This is only the first test of our commitment and resilience, both of which are not in doubt. Even this shall pass, and the NDC and all our candidates shall cruise to victory,” he added.
The former Bayelsa State governor said the party anticipated challenges due to what he described as its rapid growth over the past five months, but expressed surprise at the source of the latest development.
“We are not naive to expect that the tremendous progress we have achieved in the last five months would go without attack, but this particular development came from a very unlikely source,” he said.
He questioned the application filed by what he described as an unregistered association, arguing that it was neither a registered political party nor entitled to any exclusive rights to a logo under the law.
According to Dickson, the association “was not a necessary party to the suit because it had no interest in the subject matter.”
“It did not apply for registration in 2025, it was not one of the 171 associations that applied, nor was it among the 21 associations shortlisted for registration,” he stated.
The NDC leader further alleged that the legal action was politically motivated, insisting that the development would not weaken the party’s resolve as it would instead seek legal redress through the courts.
“So, we know where this is coming from. It is coming from those who are shocked by the progress the NDC has made within such a short period as a result of our hard work and commitment to deepening multi-party democracy.
“We will not allow this to slow us down or break our spirit. The struggle must continue.
“We will use appropriate judicial channels to correct the judicial anomaly that occurred under the watch of Honourable Justice Dashen. He has clearly erred in law, and we will take steps to correct it,” he assured.
The NDC national leader urged party candidates, supporters, and voters across the country to remain steadfast, saying the court action demonstrated that the party’s activities had attracted attention.
“I would also like to refer to my favourite quote on struggles: ‘First they ignore you, then they laugh at you, then they attack you, then you win.’
“We are under attack, as I have repeatedly said we should prepare for challenges such as this. But thereafter, we shall win,” he added.
Dickson also claimed that despite the court order, the party witnessed an increase in membership registrations. “Even with today’s development, thousands of Nigerians are joining us in solidarity. In fact, thousands of Nigerians across the country registered as NDC members today to show their solidarity, sympathy and support for our party.”
He said the show of support had strengthened the party’s resolve, adding that events that appear negative could ultimately work in its favour.
“All things work together for good. Men may act with evil intentions, but if it is not the will of God, He turns it around for our good.”
Favor As Higher Power?
(The hidden truth)
Some positions in life cannot be held or retained for long if you are not favored. Favor is higher power. You are not the only one desiring, deserving, connected, powerful or qualified. Some positions in life, opportunities, success, achievements, triumphs, selection, approvals, power and position, elevation, patronage, etc, are mainly through favor. Favor is silent, spiritual and higher power. For spiritual guidance, other solutions, call/Whatsapp Dr J.A. Faros on 07030514063. With God, all are possible.