The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has welcomed the Supreme Court’s verdict on the state’s withheld local government allocations, stating that it has exposed the unconstitutional directives issued by the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami. The party described the judgment as a reaffirmation of judicial authority, emphasizing that it has lifted the veil on the erroneous directives issued by the Attorney-General.

According to the PDP, the Attorney-General had previously instructed the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Federal Ministry of Finance to channel local government funds to illegal entities in the state. The party stated that it had long warned that the crisis was a needless confrontation fueled by directives compelling sacked chairmen produced through a flawed process to open bank accounts despite subsisting court rulings.

The Court of Appeal in Akure had earlier upheld the validity of the February 22, 2025 local government election conducted by the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC). Despite this judicial clarity, the Attorney-General still authorized payments to individuals who had no legal mandate, simply because they were members of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The PDP stated that the Supreme Court’s ruling has exposed the illegalities and partisan arrogance that accompanied the Attorney-General’s previous actions, while restoring constitutional order. The party urged stakeholders to abide by the court’s decision and avoid further manipulation by desperate APC elements who are bent on derailing democracy.

The PDP commended the patience of the Awotunde-led Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) in Osun State, describing the group as resilient in the face of provocation. The party expressed appreciation to the people of Osun State for their support throughout the challenging period.

The PDP maintained that the only legally recognized council chairmen in Osun are those elected on February 22, 2025, whose mandate had been affirmed by the Court of Appeal. The party called on security agencies to avoid taking illegal sides and warned that offering protection to individuals removed by court orders is a direct invitation to anarchy.

The Supreme Court’s verdict has significant implications for the state’s local government administration, and the PDP has urged all stakeholders to respect the rule of law and the democratic process. The party’s statement has highlighted the need for adherence to constitutional principles and the importance of judicial authority in resolving disputes.