Fresh tensions have emerged within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) following a Court of Appeal judgement that invalidated the party’s national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, in November 2025.
In response to the ruling, the faction of the party led by Taminu Turaki has directed its legal team to challenge the decision at the Supreme Court.
The development marks another chapter in the ongoing internal struggle that has continued to affect the opposition party.
Leaders of the Turaki faction insist that the matter is far from concluded and that the final verdict must come from the nation’s highest court.
On Monday, the Court of Appeal sitting in Abuja affirmed the earlier judgement delivered by the Federal High Court, which declared the PDP Convention conducted between November 15 and November 16, 2025, invalid.
The lower court had earlier ruled that the convention did not comply with certain constitutional provisions governing party procedures.
Delivering the judgement, Justice Uchechukwu Onyemenam explained that the organisers of the convention failed to strictly follow requirements outlined in the party’s constitution before convening such an important gathering.
According to the court, adherence to those rules is necessary to guarantee the legitimacy of decisions taken during the PDP Convention.
The ruling has significant implications because the national convention was responsible for determining several leadership positions and strategic decisions within the party.
With the court declaring the process invalid, the judgement has created uncertainty about the legality of outcomes reached during the gathering.
However, the Turaki-led faction has rejected the verdict and vowed to continue its legal fight.
In a statement issued shortly after the ruling, the faction’s National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Ini Ememobong, said the group had already begun consultations with key organs of the party.
According to him, the faction believes the judgement could cause serious disruption for members if allowed to stand without further legal review.
“The operationalisation of this judgement will, without fail, impose untold hardship on many of our members,” the statement noted.
“For that reason, we have decided to pursue every lawful option available to ensure that justice is properly served.”
Ememobong explained that the faction had instructed its lawyers to immediately begin the process of filing an appeal at the Supreme Court.
The appeal, he said, is expected to provide a definitive interpretation of issues surrounding the controversial PDP Convention.
Legal experts believe the Supreme Court’s involvement could bring clarity to the dispute, which has continued to generate debate among party members and political observers.
As Nigeria’s apex court, its judgement will be final and binding on all parties involved.
Despite the setback at the Court of Appeal, leaders of the Turaki faction say they remain confident that the Supreme Court will consider their arguments carefully.
They expressed hope that the court would resolve the matter swiftly in order to prevent prolonged instability within the party.
Observers say the PDP Convention dispute highlights the deeper leadership struggles that have been affecting the opposition party in recent months.
Internal disagreements over procedures, authority and party structure have repeatedly surfaced, sometimes spilling into the courts.
Political analysts warn that prolonged legal battles could weaken the party’s organisational strength at a time when it is trying to reposition itself nationally.
However, supporters of the Turaki faction insist that clarifying constitutional procedures is necessary to protect the integrity of the party’s internal democracy.
In their statement, the faction also appealed to members and supporters not to lose confidence in the party’s leadership. They encouraged them to remain patient while the legal process unfolds.
“We urge our members to remain calm and steadfast during this period,” the statement said.
“This legal process is part of our commitment to ensuring that fairness and constitutional order prevail within our party.”
The faction further expressed optimism that the apex court would act quickly in addressing the issues raised by the case.
According to them, a prompt judgement would help restore certainty and strengthen democratic principles within the party.
While the legal challenge continues, the controversy surrounding the PDP Convention is expected to remain a major topic within political circles.
Many party members are closely watching how the dispute will unfold at the Supreme Court.
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