Amid Deregistration Blues, APP Recalls Supreme Court Verdict Affirming Party Status

The Action Peoples Party (APP) said the Supreme Court had effectively brought to a close the legal battle seeking the deregistration of the party, affirming the party’s constitutional status and clearing the way for its full participation in the upcoming 2027 general election.
It referenced a landmark development for the party, saying the apex court had dismissed Appeal No. SC/CV/248/2026, filed by Mr. Blessing Elujiuba, thereby leaving intact the earlier judgements of both the Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal which held that APP remains a legally recognised political party that has satisfied the constitutional requirements for continued registration and operation.
It said t...