If opposition parties keep disappearing, who keeps the government accountable?

The court's decision reversing the judgment that led to the NDC's registration has sparked concerns across the political spectrum. The NDC says it will appeal, while some opposition figures argue that shrinking the number of viable opposition parties could weaken Nigeria's democracy. Others insist this is simply a legal dispute that should be resolved in court.

Whatever your politics, one question matters: Can a democracy remain healthy if voters gradually have fewer credible alternatives? Where do we draw the line between enforcing the law and preserving political competition?