Atiku Abubakar, former vice-president, has accused President Bola Tinubu of attempting to weaken political opposition and steer Nigeria towards a one-party state.

Atiku was reacting to a ruling by the federal high court in Lokoja, Kogi state, which vacated its December 10, 2025, judgement compelling the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) as a political party.

Isah Dashen, the presiding judge, held that the Peace Movement Party ought to have been joined in the suit because its interests were affected by the case.

He ordered a return to the status quo and directed a fresh hearing with all necessary parties.

In a statement issued on Saturday, Atiku said the development showed the “true colours” of the Tinubu administration, which he accused of undermining democratic competition ahead of the 2027 general election.

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