The Certified True Copy of the Federal High Court judgment ordering the deregistration of the Nigeria Democratic Congress has emerged.

The judgment, delivered by Justice Isa H. Dashen at the Lokoja Judicial Division, effectively sets aside a December 10, 2025 judgment that had previously compelled the Independent National Electoral Commission to register the party.

The court said the prior judgment was nullified because it affected the legal rights of the Peace Movement Party, which claimed ownership of the logo used by the NDC but was never joined as a party to the original lawsuit.

Recall that the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Mohammed Kudu Haruna, on Saturday said that the commission was waiting to obtain the official paperwork before finalizing its response.

“We have applied for the Certified True Copy of the judgment. Until we receive it, we cannot be in a position to comment on it. However, the position that existed before the December 10, 2025 judgment was that INEC rejected NDC’s letter of intent to be registered as a political party,” Haruna explained.

The NDC had said that it has already been denied the portal access codes needed to upload its candidate list for the 2027 general elections. 

In response to the portal denial, the National Publicity Secretary of the NDC, Osa Director, confirmed that their efforts to secure the necessary credentials were unsuccessful.

“We approached INEC to collect the access code to upload the names of our candidates to the INEC portal. They told us that they will get back to us,” Director said.

Croatian top-flight club NK Slaven Belupo have officially secured the services of Nigerian midfielder Adeshina Adetunji on a season-long loan from Austrian side LASK Linz.

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Sports247 reports that the move marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the talented youngster, who will now have the opportunity to gain valuable first-team experience and continue his development in one of Europe’s competitive leagues.

Adetunji joins Slaven Belupo with high expectations after progressing through the ranks at LASK Linz, where he earned recognition for his technical ability, composure in midfield, and impressive work rate.

The loan deal is expected to provide the Nigerian with regular playing time and a platform to showcase his qualities at the highest level of Croatian football.

For Slaven Belupo, the acquisition of the midfielder represents another important addition to the squad as the club strengthens its options ahead of the new season.

The Croatian side will be hoping that Adetunji’s energy and creativity can add depth and quality to their midfield department.

The loan move also reflects the growing confidence European clubs continue to place in young Nigerian talents, with several players from the country making significant strides across the continent in recent years.

Adetunji now faces the challenge of adapting to a new environment and establishing himself in the Croatian top flight.

However, the opportunity to play regular senior football could prove crucial in accelerating his growth and helping him realise his immense potential.

The midfielder’s progress will undoubtedly be closely monitored by football enthusiasts in Nigeria, who have continued to take pride in the achievements of young players making their mark abroad.

A successful spell in Croatia could open even bigger opportunities for Adetunji in the future, both at club level and potentially on the international stage.

As preparations for the new season continue, all eyes will be on the Nigerian midfielder as he embarks on this important phase of his career with NK Slaven Belupo.

For Adeshina Adetunji, the move to Croatia is more than just another transfer—it is an opportunity to grow, gain experience, and prove that he has what it takes to succeed in European football.