Our National Convention Will Hold As Scheduled – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has said the judgement of the Federal High Court, Abuja, does not invalidate its forthcoming National Convention.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that Justice James Omotosho had ordered the PDP not to go ahead with the convention scheduled for Ibadan, Oyo State capital, next month
But the party in a statement signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, described the judgment as an assault on Nigeria’s democratic process.
The statement noted that a Supreme Court judgement has affirmed the supremacy of a political party in the management of its internal affairs, urging its members to remain steadfast and focused on preparations towards the Convention.
The statement reads, “The Peoples Democratic Party is appalled by the judgement of the Federal High Court Abuja, presided over by Honorable Justice Kolawole Omotosho today, describing it as an assault on Nigeria’s democratic process.
“However, the PDP states that the judgment of the court does not vitiate its ability to proceed with the processes and activities towards the National Convention to elect new National Officers to pilot the affairs of the Party for the next four years.
“Our Party notes the recent judgement of the Supreme Court which affirms the supremacy of a political party in the management of its internal affairs.
“The PDP therefore charges its members, Chapters, and Organs to remain steadfast and focused on preparations towards the holding of the National Convention of our Party
“Nevertheless, the PDP, as the leading opposition Party in Nigeria, committed to the Rule of Law, has accordingly directed its lawyers to take immediate action to appeal this judgment in our unwavering determination to uphold, defend, and promote multi-party democracy in our country.”
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
