The Kabiru Turaki–led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced plans to appeal a judgment delivered on Friday by the Federal High Court in Ibadan, following the court’s refusal to grant an order of mandamus sought by the party.
The court ruled that granting the relief would amount to “sitting on appeal” over judgments of courts of coordinate jurisdiction, a position the faction described as anticipated.
Party Moves To Challenge Ruling
In a statement issued on Friday, the PDP faction confirmed that it has instructed its legal team to immediately file a notice of appeal, vowing to pursue all available legal remedies to protect its position.
The statement, signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong, said the ruling, though unfavourable, would not deter the party from seeking judicial clarification at the appellate level.
Faction Insists It Remains Legally Valid
Despite the court’s decision, the Turaki-led faction insisted that its leadership structure remains legally intact and unaffected, stressing that it emerged from a valid national convention held in Ibadan.
According to the party, the refusal of the mandamus application does not invalidate its claims or diminish its standing within the PDP, adding that the issues raised are substantive and deserving of appellate review.
Legal Battle Continues
The faction reiterated its confidence in the judicial process, stating that the appeal would provide an opportunity for higher courts to address what it described as unresolved legal questions surrounding the leadership dispute.
The development is the latest in the ongoing internal crisis within the PDP, as rival factions continue to seek judicial affirmation of their claims to the party’s national leadership.