Nigeria, Oct. 19 -- The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced withdrawal of recognition of the party's diaspora chapter.

The NDC spokesperson, Osa Director, announced this in a statement on Sunday.

Mr Director explained that the decision was in compliance with a subsisting court judgement barring political parties from establishing branches outside the country.

The spokesperson said the decision was taken in the interest of accountability, transparency and due process.

"The NDC wishes to withhold recognition of foreign chapters of the party in the diaspora," he said.

Continuing, he said: "We are deeply appreciative of the immense support of various foreign chapters in the diaspora. We are grateful for their unwavering loyal...