Nigeria: Edo PDP faction welcomes court ruling on national convention

By Zuleihat Owuiye, Mamos Nigeria

The Edo State Chapter of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP), loyal to Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and South-South Vice Chairman of the party, Dan Orbih, has welcomed a Federal High Court ruling nullifying the party’s recent national convention.

In a statement, state chairman Bar Nosakhare Ogieva-Okunbor described the judgment as a “new dawn” for the party, calling for unity and progress. The faction has thrown its weight behind Abdulraman Mohammed as National Chairman and Senator Samuel Anyanwu as National Secretary.

The statement praised Mohammed’s leadership, citing his commitment to reconciliation and rebuilding party structures nationwide. It also urged members to unite behind the affirmed National Caretaker Committee, emphasizing the importance of collective renewal and party discipline.

The ruling is seen as a boost to the faction’s efforts to reposition the party for future victories. Would you like more details on the court ruling or the implications for the party.