The Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled a ruling for November 11 on an application filed by former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido. Lamido seeks an interim order to prevent the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from holding its National Convention until his motion on notice is heard and determined. He argues that allowing the convention to proceed would violate the party’s constitution and deprive him of the opportunity to contest the national chairmanship, a position he claims he is eminently qualified for.
Justice Peter Lifu set the hearing date after defense lawyers submitted their affidavits and the plaintiff’s counsel presented arguments. Initially, Justice Lifu declined to grant Lamido’s request outright and instead ordered the PDP and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to show cause why the relief should not be granted. The defendants were given 72 hours to respond, and the matter was adjourned to November 6 for a further hearing.
At the resumed hearing, Lamido’s lawyer, Jeph Njikonye, reminded the court of the earlier order. The PDP and INEC counsel, Omokayode Dada and Adamu Bello respectively, informed the court that they had filed and served their affidavits in response. Joseph Daudu also appeared on behalf of parties seeking to be joined in the suit, including Imo PDP Chairman Austine Nwachukwu and Abia PDP Chairman Amah Abraham Nnanna, among others.
The November 11 ruling will determine whether the PDP can proceed with its National Convention as planned. The decision is expected to have significant implications for the party’s leadership and the upcoming convention, and it will be closely watched by party members, political analysts, and the general public, as it may shape the party’s future direction and preparations for upcoming elections.
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