Turaki-led PDP faction criticises INEC for backing Wike’s committee
The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Kabiru Turaki has condemned the Independent National Electoral Commission for recognising the caretaker committee supported by Nyesome Wike. The group described INEC’s move as unconstitutional and provocative. The dispute follows a court ruling that nullified the party’s national convention and barred Turaki and others from acting as national officers. Both factions are now pursuing legal action amid ongoing leadership struggles within the party.
Key takeaways
- The Kabiru Turaki-led PDP faction criticised INEC for recognising the Nyesome Wike-backed caretaker committee.
- A Federal High Court in Ibadan nullified the PDP National Convention held on November 15, 2025, and barred Turaki and others from acting as national officers.
- The Wike-aligned camp set up a 13-member caretaker committee on December 8, with a 60-day mandate.
- INEC formally acknowledged the Wike-backed committee at its quarterly consultative meeting with political parties in Abuja.
- The Turaki faction has vowed to pursue all legal options and urged party members to remain calm while awaiting court decisions.
