The Nigerian Court of Appeal in Abuja has overturned the deregistration of the New Democratic Congress (NDC), in a split decision. The court ruled 2 to 1 against the earlier ruling by the Federal High Court in Lokoja, Kogi State. The original judgment had deregistered the NDC, citing violations of electoral laws. The appeal court found that the deregistration was not justified under the law. The NDC, a political party, had challenged the decision, arguing it was politically motivated. The ruling has sparked discussions about the independence of judicial decisions in Nigeria. The case highlights ongoing tensions between political parties and the electoral commission. The decision may influence future legal challenges related to political registration.