By Naomi Sharang
Peter Obi Media Reach (POMR) says the ruling of a Lokoja High Court in Kogi over the legal status of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) will not derail the coalition’s quest for a new Nigeria.
The organisation, in a statement issued on Friday by its Spokesman, Idris Zekeri, described the court pronouncement as a temporary setback.
The News Agency of Nigeria NAN reports that the court had , on Friday, set aside its earlier judgment directing Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to register NDC as a political party.
The Presiding Judge, Justice Isah Dashen, said that the earlier judgment affected the rights of Peace Movement Party (PMP) was not included in the case despite claiming ownership of the logo used by NDC.
The organisation, in its reaction, however, said that its legal team was already reviewing the ruling with a view to pursuing immediate corrective measures and filing an appeal, where necessary.
While urging supporters and coalition partners to remain calm, POMR maintained that the ruling was only a legal hurdle and not an end to its political movement.
“We have received the news of today’s bizarre ruling from the court in Lokoja regarding the legal status of NDC.
“Our legal teams are thoroughly reviewing the judgment to initiate immediate corrective and appellate measures.
“Our principal urges all our supporters, coalition partners and patriots nationwide to remain absolutely calm and focused,” it said.
The organisation said it had anticipated resistance in its efforts to challenge what it described as a deeply entrenched and underperforming political order.
“Today’s ruling is a hurdle, not a stop sign,” it stated.
The group reaffirmed its commitment to building what it described as a transparent, legitimate and formidable political alternative for Nigerians, adding that all available legal options would be explored.
“Our commitment to providing a transparent, legitimate and formidable alternative for Nigerians remains unshakeable.
“The platform we are building is robust, and our legal rights will be vigorously pursued.
“Do not be discouraged; the vehicle may face a temporary breakdown but our destination remains non-negotiable,” the statement added.
The organisation assured supporters that the movement remained focused on its objective, insisting “our march to a new Nigeria cannot be halted; a detour, yes, but the destination is certain.”(NAN) (www.nannews.ng)