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The Digest:

A Federal High Court in Abuja has restrained the Independent National Electoral Commission from recognizing the results of the PDP's forthcoming National Convention. Justice James Omotosho issued the order, ruling that the party failed to comply with essential legal requirements, putting its planned leadership election in jeopardy.

Key Points:
  • The Federal High Court in Abuja issued the restraining order against INEC.
  • The ruling was based on the PDP's failure to comply with conditions for the convention.
  • The court found that congresses were not held in some states, breaching the law.
  • Notices were signed only by the National Chairman, without the Secretary, making them void.
  • The party failed to issue the mandatory 21-day notice to INEC for monitoring.
  • The convention is scheduled to be held in Ibadan.
  • The court advised the PDP to "do the necessary" before proceeding.
The ruling underscores that the path to internal party power is paved not just with political will, but with strict adherence to the procedural frameworks designed to ensure legitimacy

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria