The recent court ruling that ordered the deregistration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will not stand. That’s the message from Peter Obi, the party’s 2027 presidential candidate.

Obi called the Kogi State High Court decision an unusual setback, but stressed that the party’s goals remain unchanged. He urged NDC members to stay calm and stay focused while the legal team reviews the judgment and prepares an appeal.

He described the ruling as a hurdle, not a stop sign. The NDC is still fully committed to its 2027 presidential bid and to offering Nigerians a real political alternative. Yes, there are institutional challenges along the way, Obi said, but the party’s vision is strong, and its legal rights will be fully defended.