PDP Calls for Unity After Appeal Court Affirms Dismissal of Wabara-Led BoT Suit

By David Odama

The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Wednesday hailed the judgement of the Court of Appeal, which affirmed the earlier judgement of the Federal High Court, Abuja, dismissing the suit filed by Senator Adolphus Wabara, alongside Professor Jerry Gana, Babangida Muazu Aliyu, Maryam Inna Ciroma and others, over the purported Board of Trustees (BoT).

It would be recalled that the Adolphus Wabara-led purported BoT has allegedly been operating under the illegal Interim National Working Committee headed by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN.

In a statement, the PDP National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Jungle Haruna Mohammed, described the judgement as a clear, unanimous and unambiguous affirmation of the decision of the lower court.
According to the statement, the affirmation by the Court of Appeal, alongside the additional costs awarded against the appellants, demonstrated that the judiciary remained committed to justice, equity and fair play.
The statement reads:

“This judgment is a major victory for the PDP, the rule of law and the supremacy of the party’s Constitution.

It has further strengthened and affirmed the legitimacy and leadership of the National Working Committee of the PDP headed by Alhaji Abdulrahman Mohammed, National Chairman, and Senator Samuel N. Anyanwu, National Secretary, as the authentic leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party.

“The unanimous decision of the Court of Appeal should put to rest any perceived lingering doubts regarding the legitimacy of the party’s recognised leadership and serve as a clear message that the affairs of the PDP must be conducted in accordance with its Constitution, established procedures and the rule of law.”

The party called on all its members, leaders and stakeholders to respect the judicial pronouncement, close ranks and channel their energies towards rebuilding the party, strengthening internal cohesion and preparing for the political tasks ahead.

“At this critical moment, the PDP must rise above unnecessary distractions, factional interests and divisive tendencies. Our collective responsibility is to protect the party, restore its unity and reposition it as a credible alternative for Nigerians.

“Today’s judgment is not merely a legal victory; it is a victory for constitutional order, legitimate leadership and the unity of our great party.

“The PDP is moving forward, stronger and more united,” the statement declared.
Correct the officials’ names and titles
Clarify the disputed BoT and NWC roles
Reduce repetition in the quoted statement