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INEC rejects Turaki-led PDP NWC, cites court judgments

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INEC rejects Turaki-led PDP NWC citing subsisting court judgments, while Wike-backed faction welcomes the decision

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has rejected the Turaki-led National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, citing subsisting court judgments and unresolved legal processes as the basis for its decision.

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In a letter dated December 22, 2025, addressed to the lawyers of the Turaki-led NWC, Akintayo Balogun & Co, and signed by Dr Rose Oriaran-Anthony, Secretary to the Commission, INEC stated that it could not recognise or update the list of PDP national officers allegedly elected at the November 15–16, 2025 convention.

The letter noted that two final Federal High Court judgments—Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/2120/2025 and Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/2299/2025—restrained INEC from recognising the outcome of the convention until the orders are complied with.

INEC added that filing appeals against the judgments does not constitute a stay of execution and that it remains bound to enforce the court orders.

INEC also referenced interim orders from the High Court of Oyo State and a related suit, emphasising that such orders cannot override final judgments from courts of equal or higher authority.

In response, the Turaki-led NWC’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, maintained that the leadership was legitimate and insisted that there was no faction within the PDP.

Ememobong highlighted that appeals and applications for stay of execution had been filed and that the Court of Appeal was expected to deliver rulings soon.

He further accused INEC of bias, noting that the commission had monitored previous PDP activities, including the Ekiti and Osun primaries, which were conducted under the Turaki-led NWC.

Ememobong added that all major PDP organs, including the Board of Trustees, governors’ forum, state chairmen, and National Assembly caucuses, had recognised Turaki’s leadership.

Meanwhile, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, National Secretary of the Wike-backed NWC caretaker committee, welcomed INEC’s decision.

In an exclusive interview with PUNCH, Anyanwu said: “This is a welcome development. INEC deserves commendation for respecting the law and the court judgment. The Ibadan gathering cannot and should not be acceptable by any legal entity.”

The controversy stems from rival factions within the PDP, with the Turaki-led NWC elected at the Ibadan convention on November 16, 2025, and the Wike-aligned group claiming acting leadership positions prior to the convention.

Also read: Chelle admits room for improvement after Nigeria win

Both factions have been seeking INEC’s official recognition.

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Any Ambition Against Senator Nwoko’s Second Term Bid Is Selfish, Unnecessary —APC Chieftain

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As Senator Ned Nwoko positions for a return to the National Assembly, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Emmanuel Eboh, has described any opposing ambition as self- serving, unnecessary  and detrimental to the peace and development of Delta North Senatorial District.

Speaking in an interview in Abuja, Chief Eboh, a former civil commissioner in Delta State, said Senator Nwoko continues to enjoy widespread goodwill and the support of the people of Delta North, popularly known as Anioma.

While acknowledging that political aspirations are legitimate in a democratic setting, Eboh cautioned against what he termed the “unacceptable drift towards turning politics into a family enterprise and a tool for power control and manipulation.”

He called on residents of Aniocha/Oshimili Federal Constituency and the wider Delta North district to resist  “the inordinate ambition of some Shylock politicians driven by selfish motives and unrestrained personal interests.”

The APC stalwart warned that personality-driven ambitions, rather than people-oriented leadership, could
lead to  avoidable rivalry and division within Delta North.

Chief Eboh maintained that Senator Nwoko’s performance in office has been commendable and deserving of re-election, citing key interventions in rural road construction, electrification, education, potable water supply, and empowerment programmes.

He further highlighted the senator’s sustained advocacy for the recognition and identity of Anioma, noting that it was “unprecedented in the political history of the district”.

According to him, “Senator Nwoko has not only met expectations but surpassed them. He deserves re-election, particularly given the fact that the core constitutional responsibility of a senator is lawmaking for the good governance of the nation.”

Eboh said the people of Delta North regard Nwoko as a progressive leader who embodies unity and dignity across Anioma, stressing that he should not be distracted by unnecessary political contestation.

He reaffirmed that the senator’s commitment to the growth and development of Anioma remains unwavering and urged constituents to sustain their support for his return to the Senate.

The APC chieftain also called for continued backing of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ahead of the 2027 general elections.

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Wike warns Abuja contractors over Tinubu anniversary deadlines

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Nasir El-Rufai Granted Bail by Federal High Court

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Nasir El-Rufai Bail Federal High Court granted as the former Kaduna governor secures bail while facing corruption-related charges

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