The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has described the recent Supreme Court judgment as a pivotal moment that could resolve the ongoing leadership crisis, paving the way for legality, order, and institutional stability within the party.
Prince Dr. Christopher Odianarewo, the party’s spokesperson, issued a statement on Friday highlighting that the ruling invalidated the November 2025 Ibadan National Convention and upheld the suspension of Samuel Anyanwu and other former National Working Committee members.
He noted that this decision nullifies all structures and actions tied to the affected leadership factions, including the Abuja Convention scheduled for March 29, 2026. The development now provides a legal foundation for the PDP Board of Trustees, led by Adolphus Wabara, to take interim control as outlined in Section 32(5) of the party’s 2017 constitution.
Odianarewo emphasized that the Board of Trustees’ intervention is not a power struggle but a constitutional step to prevent a leadership vacuum and stabilize party operations. He called on all members and stakeholders to set aside internal conflicts and support the transitional leadership, marking the end of parallel structures and conflicting instructions.
The spokesperson also backed the Board of Trustees’ plan to convene an emergency National Executive Committee meeting to establish an Interim National Working Committee. He stressed that this move is essential for restoring internal democracy and repositioning the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Describing the current crisis as a defining moment rather than a collapse, Odianarewo noted it presents an opportunity for reform, discipline, and unity. He concluded that a united PDP is vital for offering Nigerians a credible opposition alternative, stating that the party must rise as a cohesive force ready to reclaim its place in the nation’s democratic landscape.