Turaki-Led PDP Rejects Court Ruling Nullifying National Convention, Files Appeal
The Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected the ruling of the Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, which nullified the party’s November 15, 2025 national convention, and has filed an appeal challenging the decision.
According to The Cable, the party leadership described the judgment as flawed and unjust, insisting that the convention was conducted in line with the PDP’s constitution and electoral guidelines.
Court’s Decision
In a ruling delivered on Friday, Justice Uche Agomoh declined the Turaki-led PDP’s request for an order compelling the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognise the convention and its outcome.
The court’s decision effectively upheld its earlier position that the convention did not meet legal and procedural requirements, thereby refusing to grant INEC’s recognition to the disputed national executives.
PDP’s Response
Addressing journalists in Abuja, a spokesperson for the Turaki-led NWC said the party has approached the Court of Appeal, seeking to overturn the ruling.
“We remain confident that the appellate court will set aside this judgment and affirm the validity of our convention,” the spokesperson said, adding that the party believes the ruling undermines its internal democratic processes.
Legal and Political Implications
Legal experts say the appeal means the PDP’s leadership tussle will remain sub judice, potentially prolonging uncertainty within the party’s national structure.
Political analysts warn that the protracted court battle could affect the PDP’s strategic planning and mobilisation as the 2027 general elections draw closer.
Background
The Ibadan convention has been the subject of multiple legal challenges from factions within the party, who argue that it violated provisions of the party’s constitution and failed to secure proper recognition from INEC.
What Next
The Court of Appeal is expected to set a hearing date for the matter, while INEC is likely to maintain its current position pending a final judicial determination.
Source: The Cable