The Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) national headquarters in Abuja has been served with a court order, temporarily halting the party’s congress at all levels in Nasarawa State.
This development follows an ex parte motion filed by 16 party members, led by Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo, representing Nasarawa South in the Nigerian Senate.
Justice Abdullahi Hassan Shams Shama of the Nasarawa State High Court in Doma issued the order, which was delivered through substituted service. The court also granted the applicants’ request for substituted service and adjourned the case until October 3, 2024, for further hearing.
*Key Parties Involved*
– Senator Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo (leader of the 16 party members)
– Senator Suleiman Asonya Adokwe
– Michael Abdul
– Nuhu Angbazo
– Musa Elayo
– Abdulkarim Usman Ombamas
– Other PDP members from Nasarawa State
The temporary halt on the PDP congress in Nasarawa State may have significant implications for the party’s internal dynamics and preparations for upcoming elections. The court’s decision will be closely watched by party stakeholders and political observers.
This development comes amidst ongoing tensions within the PDP in Nasarawa State. Recently, the state police command brokered a peace accord between the PDP and the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the Supreme Court judgment on the 2023 governorship election.
