NNPP leadership dispute appeal filed as party rejects FCT court ruling affirming Agbo Major, calling it a miscarriage of justice and vowing legal action
The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) on Wednesday rejected a Federal Capital Territory High Court judgment affirming Dr. Agbo Major as the authentic leader of the party, announcing plans to challenge the decision at the Court of Appeal in what it described as a major legal setback in the ongoing NNPP leadership dispute appeal.
The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ladipo Johnson, issued a strongly worded statement in Abuja, describing the ruling as a “miscarriage of justice” and an “assault on democracy,” insisting that the judgment undermines established legal principles.
Johnson argued that the court had effectively ruled on a matter already before a higher court, describing the development as contrary to the doctrine of stare decisis and the principle of sub judice.
He further alleged that the case was initiated by expelled members of the party acting in concert with external interests, claiming it formed part of a wider attempt to destabilise opposition parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to him, the NNPP leadership dispute appeal stems from what the party views as procedural irregularities, including claims that NNPP was not properly served court processes and that substituted service was allegedly effected at an unrecognised address.
Johnson maintained that the court’s handling of the matter raised serious concerns about procedural fairness, warning that such decisions could erode public confidence in the judiciary both locally and internationally.
Despite the ruling, the NNPP insisted it remained resolute, with Johnson assuring members and supporters that the party would not be discouraged by the outcome.
He said the legal team had already commenced steps to appeal the judgment, expressing confidence that the appellate court would overturn what the party considers a flawed decision and restore what it described as legal integrity.
Johnson added that attempts to destabilise the party would ultimately fail, stressing that NNPP remained committed to strengthening Nigeria’s democratic process.
