Last mentioned: Mar 10, 2026
Appellate Ruling
The Court of Appeal affirms the nullification of the convention due to non-compliance with the Electoral Act.
Wike Statement
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike calls for a total rebuilding of the party following the court's decision.
Legal Challenges
Aggrieved members file suits challenging the convention's procedural integrity.
Ibadan Convention
PDP holds its national convention in Ibadan to elect new leadership.
The Nigerian Court of Appeal has upheld the nullification of the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) November 2025 national convention, citing significant procedural failures and a lack of statutory notice to regulators. This landmark ruling reinforces the judiciary's role in enforcing internal party democracy and strict regulatory compliance within Nigeria's political landscape.
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