ACC seeks judicial reforms

The Allied Conservative Congress (ACC), a conservative political movement, has urged the nation’s Judiciary to uphold its duties impartially, underscoring its role as the ‘temple of justice’ and the last hope for the aggrieved.

National Secretary of the ACC, Alhaji Mohammed Lawal, made the call on Thursday in Abuja at the party’s 4th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting.

The party is also preparing for registration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) as an official political party.

Lawal expressed concerns over what he called erosion of public confidence in the judiciary, citing miscarriages of justice, conflicting court orders, and rulings from courts of coordinate jurisdiction.

He said that these issues have led to a decline in the credibility of Nigeria’s judicial system, and it a mockery of the administration of justice.

“The need to overhaul the judiciary cannot be overstated. An unbiased judiciary is critical for sustaining democracy. Judicial officers must be firm and uphold the rule of law to strengthen, deepen, and consolidate Nigeria’s democracy.

“The ACC, as a conservative political movement, seeks to address issues of corruption, insecurity, and moral decline in Nigeria,” Lawal said.

He said the movement want to be registered as a political party is on a ‘rescue mission’ to reform the nation and redirect it from self-serving politics.

He said that national interests should take precedence over partisan agendas and personal gains.

He said the AAC has launched a membership drive and expanded its presence nationwide, establishing secretariats in all 36 states and the FCT.

The NEC of the ACC also commended prominent Nigerians who have joined or identified with the movement, describing it as a national cause promoting peace, unity, stability, equity, and prosperity.

“The fight against corruption and insecurity requires political will to restore sanity to our society. Nigeria is the only country we have, and we must unite to save it,” Lawal said.

In a show of commitment, NEC members of the ACC signed a Code of Conduct and Oath of Allegiance and all ACC officers and political aspirants are expected to do the same as the movement moves forward.