Oyo court upholds Turaki-led PDP convention amid party crisis
Tanimu Turaki and the National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have praised the Oyo State High Court for validating the party’s Ibadan National Convention. The court’s decision affirmed the legitimacy of the convention and the election of Turaki as party leader. The ruling is seen by the PDP as a victory for internal democracy and the rule of law. The party remains committed to pursuing all lawful means to ensure justice is served.
Key takeaways
- The Oyo State High Court affirmed the legitimacy of the PDP National Convention held in Ibadan on November 15 and 16, 2025, where Tanimu Turaki was elected to lead the National Working Committee.
- Justice Ladiran Akintola delivered the judgment, granting all 13 reliefs sought by the claimant, Folahan Malomo Adelabi.
- The court had previously granted orders on November 3, 2025, and November 14, 2025, allowing the convention to proceed.
- A Federal High Court in Ibadan annulled the convention on January 30, but the Oyo court’s ruling has now reaffirmed its legitimacy.
- Amid ongoing factional disputes, the Wike-backed caretaker committee announced a fresh convention for March 29 to 30, with the Court of Appeal reserving judgment on the leadership crisis after a hearing on February 12.
