A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted accelerated hearing in the suit challenging the legitimacy of the Peoples Democratic Party’s current National Working Committee.
Justice Salim Ibrahim ordered the speedy trial after counsel Gordy Uche, representing the plaintiffs, argued that the matter was time-sensitive ahead of the party’s planned convention.
The courtroom witnessed drama as lawyers disagreed over proper representation for the PDP, reflecting the deep factional divisions within the opposition party.
The suit seeks to nullify the leadership of acting National Chairman Iliya Damagum and reinstate the Umar Damagum-led faction, which was sacked by the court earlier.
The PDP has been embroiled in internal crises since the 2023 elections, with multiple factions claiming legitimacy. The accelerated hearing raises hopes for a resolution but also risks deepening the rift.
For ordinary party members, the constant infighting has eroded confidence and weakened the opposition’s ability to hold the ruling party accountable.
