PDP Clarifies Supreme Court Judgement, Says Party Remains One, Wabara’s Tenure Expired

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has moved to quell internal dissent and clarify recent Supreme Court rulings, asserting its continued unity and lawful leadership structure. As reported by ThisDay, the party addressed distortions surrounding a Supreme Court judgment delivered on April 30, 2026, emphasizing that the ruling primarily nullified an illegal convention and dismissed an appeal lacking merit.

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We are here today to set the record straight and address the deliberate distortions being peddled by one Kabiru Turaki, SAN, and his associates regarding the Supreme Court judgement delivered on the 30th of April, 2026.

Key to the PDP's clarification is the status of its Board of Trustees (BoT). The party firmly stated that the tenure of the BoT led by Senator Adolphus Wabara has officially expired, and Senator Mao Ohuabunwa has assumed the chairmanship. This assertion aims to resolve leadership ambiguities and reinforce the party's established hierarchy. Furthermore, the PDP explicitly denied that the Supreme Court judgment sanctioned any suspension or expulsion of party officers, countering narratives propagated by opposing factions.

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Let it be clear and unambiguous that the Supreme Court judgement of yesterday only nullified the illegal Ibadan Convention and dismissed the appeal filed by the Turaki-led purported National Working Committee for lacking in merit.

From a Nigerian political standpoint, such clarifications are vital for party stability and public confidence. The intervention by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, calling for reconciliation through dialogue, reflects a broader desire for internal harmony. The Kogi State PDP's ratification of an automatic ticket for Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan in 2027 signals a strategic move within the party's internal politics. The PDP's stance, as articulated by National Publicity Secretary Hassan Mohammed Jungudo, underscores the importance of adhering to legal processes and established party structures. This narrative highlights the intricate dynamics of Nigerian politics, where legal interpretations and internal party maneuvering are constantly at play, and where maintaining a clear, unified front is paramount for electoral success.

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This remains the sole substance of the judgement, contrary to the false narratives being circulated. The judgement did not uphold any suspension or expulsion of any officer of the party.