Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the reported move to deregister the National Democratic Coalition (NDC), saying it has exposed what he described as President Bola Tinubu's "true colours" regarding democracy and political freedom.
argued that attempts to remove or weaken political platforms and civic groups undermine Nigeria's democratic principles and limit citizens' rights to political participation. He called on democratic institutions, civil society organisations, and Nigerians to resist any actions capable of eroding constitutional freedoms.
former presidential candidate maintained that democracy thrives on political plurality, freedom of association, and respect for the rule of law. He urged the relevant authorities to uphold these values and ensure that all political groups are treated fairly.
comments come amid growing debate over the reported deregistration effort, with political stakeholders expressing differing views on its legality and implications for Nigeria's democratic process
