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INEC Challenges State Court Jurisdiction In PDP Convention Case.
According to Nivo News, the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has adjourned ruling on a preliminary objection challenging its jurisdiction in a case seeking to halt the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national convention scheduled for November 15 and 16, 2025.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The lawsuit was filed by PDP member Folahan Adelabi, who is contesting attempts to interfere with the convention’s preparations. At Friday’s hearing, counsel for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), O. Adeyemi, argued that the State High Court lacked jurisdiction because INEC, as a federal agency, is accountable only to the Federal High Court. Adeyemi urged the court to dismiss the case, stating, “INEC is a federal agency and falls strictly under the jurisdiction of the Federal High Court. This court cannot entertain this matter.”
However, the claimant’s counsel, Musibau Adetumbi, SAN, opposed the objection, asserting that it infringed on the claimant’s fundamental rights. He emphasized that the 1999 Constitution guarantees the right of association and peaceful assembly, including political conventions, and cited Section 251 to argue that INEC does not automatically fall outside the State High Court’s jurisdiction.
After hearing arguments from both sides, Justice Ladiran Akintola adjourned ruling on the objection to December 8, 2025, while reaffirming that the interim injunction restraining the defendants from interfering with the PDP convention remains in effect.
The defendants named in the suit include the PDP, its Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum, Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri as Chairman of the Convention Organising Committee, and INEC.
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Political Shockwave! APM Running Mate Breaks Ranks, Crowns Makinde The Man To Move Nigeria Forward!.
Bala Adamu Ibrahim, the vice-presidential candidate for the Allied Progressive Movement (APM), has stated that he accepted his nomination based on his belief in the leadership capabilities of the party’s presidential candidate and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde. Ibrahim, also known as Bala Sade, noted that his decision was heavily influenced by their longstanding political association and close personal friendship.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Political Vision and Pride: Ibrahim expressed that his selection is a historic milestone for his community in Sade District, Darazo Local Government Area, and for Bauchi State as a whole. He is optimistic that the APM ticket will provide a viable alternative for Nigerians in the 2027 presidential election.
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Professional and Political History: Born 51 years ago, Ibrahim began his career in the civil service before transitioning to politics. He previously contested for a seat in the Bauchi State House of Assembly on the Peoples Democratic Party platform and held roles under former Bauchi State Governor Isa Yuguda, including Senior Special Assistant on Youth Development and on Election Matters.
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Relationship with Governor Makinde: Associates of Ibrahim confirmed that his relationship with Makinde spans several years. One source noted that Ibrahim previously worked as an aide to Makinde and spent significant time in Ibadan, which helped solidify their political bond.
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Business Interests: Outside of his political career, Ibrahim is a businessman with professional interests spanning Abuja, Kano, and Oyo State.
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Political Reconciliation! Kwankwaso Makes Explosive Call For Peace Between North And South East!.
Rabiu Kwankwaso, the former Governor of Kano State and Vice-Presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has emphasized that the North and South East should view each other as allies rather than enemies. Speaking in an interview with BBC Igbo, Kwankwaso stressed the need for national reconciliation, urging Nigerians to move past historical grievances and embrace a spirit of forgiveness and family-oriented cooperation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
He highlighted several historical examples of North-South East political collaboration to support his call for unity:
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First Republic Alliances: Kwankwaso pointed to the coalition between the Northern Peoples Congress (NPC) and the National Council of Nigerian Citizens (NCNC), which was led by Nnamdi Azikiwe.
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Second Republic Cooperation: He noted that leaders like Shehu Shagari collaborated with politicians from the South East, which notably resulted in Alex Ekwueme serving as Vice President.
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Post-Civil War Integration: The former minister recounted how northern leaders facilitated the return of Biafran leader Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu from exile, allowing him to participate in Nigerian politics, including running for a Senate seat.
Kwankwaso argued that political progress in Nigeria cannot be achieved through sectionalism based on religion or regional divides. He concluded by reaffirming that while the North seeks to strengthen its historical ties with the South East, this does not imply hostility toward any other geopolitical zone, as he considers all Nigerians to be friends.
The FCT High Court in Maitama, Abuja, has mandated the dissolution of the All Progressives Congress (APC) chapters in the United Kingdom and all other foreign locations. Presided over by Justice Peter Kekemeke, the court ruled that diaspora chapters of Nigerian political parties are unconstitutional, illegal, and not recognized under Nigerian law.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Lack of Authority: The court declared that no Nigerian-registered political party possesses the constitutional power to establish, supervise, maintain, or recognize any party chapters, executive committees, or governing councils outside the territorial boundaries of Nigeria.
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Financial Penalties and Transfers: The APC is ordered to transfer more than ₦30 million—funds allegedly generated unlawfully through the sale of forms for diaspora congresses—to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
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Mandatory Financial Reporting: The court reaffirmed that political parties have a statutory obligation to report all financial donations received from foreign individuals or organizations to INEC within 21 days, as stipulated by the Constitution.
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Political Participation Clarification: While the ruling prohibits parties from creating formal structures abroad, it clarified that Nigerians living in the diaspora remain free to support, mobilize, and campaign for their preferred candidates during Nigerian elections.
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Potential Liabilities: The court warned that establishing, managing, or sponsoring foreign chapters could constitute an offense, with potential penalties for those collecting dues or managing such chapters including a ₦5 million fine and imprisonment.
The judgment granted all 14 reliefs requested by INEC in its suit against the party.
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