PDP Crisis: Turaki’s Faction Kicks; Says Court Granted Reliefs Not Sought
The Kabiru Turaki led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has kicked against the ruling of the Federal High Court , Ibadan , annuling its November Convention.
Reacting to the ruling, Turaki wrote:
“Earlier today, the Federal High Court in Ibadan delivered a judgment relating to the matter before it concerning the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
“For clarity, our party approached the court to seek an order compelling INEC to recognise the Ibadan Convention and enable formal engagement with the Commission. During the proceedings, some former members—who had previously been expelled—were joined and opposed our application.
“While we respect the court, it is important to state that the judgment declined our request on the basis that granting it would amount to sitting on appeal over decisions of courts of equal jurisdiction. More concerning, however, is that the court went further to grant reliefs that were not sought by any of the parties and which clearly conflict with existing judgments of courts of coordinate jurisdiction.
“In line with due process and our firm belief in the rule of law, we have filed a Notice of Appeal and a Motion for Stay of Execution.
“We remain fully committed to pursuing this matter diligently and lawfully until a final determination is made.It is also important to reassure our members and supporters that this judgment is only one of several decisions on the same subject, with the core issues already before the Court of Appeal. In that context, this ruling is not final and remains subject to authoritative appellate review.
“Let me be absolutely clear:The National Working Committee produced by the Ibadan Convention remains legally intact, firmly in place, and fully focused on the ongoing rebirth and repositioning of our great party.
“I urge all PDP members nationwide to remain calm, focused, and resolute. There is no cause for alarm. What we are witnessing is simply one of the legal bends on a long journey—and the destination remains clear.The REBIRTH of the PDP is on course,” the statement added.
