The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected a Federal High Court order halting its planned national convention in Ibadan, describing the ruling as an assault on democracy and party autonomy. The court had restrained the PDP from holding the event, citing constitutional and procedural breaches.
In a swift reaction, the party’s spokesperson, Debo Ologunagba, said the judgement does not affect preparations for the convention and directed members to continue with plans. The PDP has also instructed its legal team to appeal the ruling immediately.
Party leaders condemned the decision as “judicial interference” and “a joke of the century,” insisting that the convention will go on as scheduled. However, analysts warn that defying the order could spark further legal disputes and deepen internal divisions within the opposition party.