The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared that it will wait for a definitive ruling from the Court of Appeal before taking a final stance on the leadership struggle within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The resolution followed a high-level meeting on Friday, convened by the Chairman of INEC, Joash Amupitan, at the Commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
The meeting brought together the National Working Committee (NWC) led by Kabiru Turaki, and other rival factions also claiming leadership positions within the embattled opposition party.
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Amupitan explained that the invitation was extended to all sides to find a solution to the “lingering crisis” that has generated conflicting correspondence to the Commission.
During the session, both factions presented their arguments regarding the legitimacy of their respective leadership structures.
He acknowledged that while the Commission called the meeting to hear from both parties, it remains fully aware of the multiple pending cases currently at the Court of Appeal. Consequently, INEC will hold off on any final recognition until the judiciary delivers its judgment.
Speaking after the meeting, Turaki maintained that his leadership is the authentic one, having emerged from a “valid convention,” even though that process remains a subject of legal dispute.
Turaki stated that while the party awaits the court’s pronouncement, it would not be distracted from its primary role as Nigeria’s main opposition.
He pledged that the PDP would continue to hold the government accountable on critical national issues, including security, infrastructure, education and healthcare.
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In a statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, the party reiterated its commitment to performing its duties during the transition period.
The meeting highlights the ongoing tension within the PDP following recent conventions and internal leadership splits that have necessitated intervention from both the electoral umpire and the judicial system as the country prepares for future electoral cycles.
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