The Supreme Court of Nigeria has invalidated the national convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that was conducted in Ibadan, Oyo State, on November 15 and 16, 2025. This ruling was delivered on Thursday, April 30, in a split decision by a five-member panel of the apex court.
Court's Decision
In a majority judgment read by Justice Stephen Adah, three out of the five justices held that the appeal filed by the Tanimu Turaki-led faction of the PDP lacked merit. The court determined that the appellants violated a subsisting order of the Federal High Court, which had restrained them from proceeding with the planned convention.
Background
The convention had been a subject of intense legal battles within the PDP, with the Turaki faction seeking to legitimize its leadership through the gathering. However, the Supreme Court's decision has now nullified the outcome of that convention, dealing a significant blow to the faction's aspirations.
According to reports from Vanguard and The Cable, the apex court's verdict has far-reaching implications for the internal politics of the PDP. The majority decision emphasized the importance of adhering to court orders, noting that the appellants' actions constituted a clear disregard for judicial authority.
More details are expected to emerge as stakeholders react to the judgment. This development is likely to shape the future leadership and direction of the PDP in the lead-up to future elections.
