A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) backed by Nyesom Wike, minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says the party’s national convention will proceed as scheduled despite reported moves to halt the exercise through the courts.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Jungudo Mohammed, the NCWC
national publicity secretary, said court rulings have unequivocally recognised
the committee as the legitimate body to steer the affairs of the party.
Mohammed said judgements of the federal high courts and the
court of appeal have affirmed the authority of the caretaker committee, adding
that the decisions remain binding.
“The judgments of The Federal High Courts and Court of
Appeal have affirmed the legitimacy and authority of the National Caretaker
Working Committee as the body duly recognized to steer the affairs of the party
at this time,” the statement reads.
“These judicial pronouncements are binding and remain in
full force. We therefore urge all members of our party and the general public
to be guided accordingly and disregard any contrary claims or misleading
narratives.”
He expressed concern over suspected attempts by some
individuals to destabilise the leadership structure of the opposition party.
Mohammed alleged that a group led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki is
seeking an injunction at a court in Ibadan to stop the forthcoming convention.
He described the move as unfortunate, noting that the party
leadership had previously extended invitations for reconciliation, which were
not honoured.
“This is particularly unfortunate given that the leadership
of the party had, in good faith, extended several invitations and opportunities
for reconciliation and dialogue,” he said.
“Regrettably, these overtures were ignored, as the said
faction failed to present itself for meaningful engagement.”
The NCWC spokesperson said while the PDP remains committed
to unity, internal democracy, and the rule of law, it would not allow actions
that undermine its collective interest.
He also called on the chief judge of the federal high court
and the state high court to take judicial notice of “attempts to abuse court
processes”.
“We reaffirm our confidence in the judiciary as the last
hope of the common man and trust that justice will continue to be served in
accordance with the law,” Mohammed added.
He assured party members that the national convention
scheduled for March 29 and 30 will go ahead as planned.
He urged members to remain law-abiding and focused, adding
that the party remains “united, strong, and determined”.
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