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The recent suit filed by the expelled Wike-led aggrieved individuals against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), seeking to nullify the just-concluded Ibadan National Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is a political contradiction that exposes nothing but desperation. The action is a classic case of having no stake in a house yet attempting to dictate how the furniture should be arranged.
It is important to state the obvious: those who have been expelled from a political party cannot seek judicial remedy on behalf of that same party. In law and in logic, expulsion strips an individual of all rights and privileges within the affected organisation. Expelled members lack the standing to speak for the party, represent the party, or question decisions validly taken by the party.
Ironically, the same individuals who told Nigerians that “PDP is dead” and claimed that “there is nothing like Ibadan Convention” are now in court trying to nullify a convention they earlier declared non-existent. If they truly believe PDP is dead, then why fight so aggressively to be certified as living members of the “dead” party?
This contradiction answers itself: you cannot nullify what you claim never existed unless you are now admitting that it does exist. By attempting to invalidate the Ibadan National Convention, these expelled actors have indirectly confessed that the convention was valid, legal, and consequential to the political future of Nigeria.
WHO IS REALLY AFRAID OF PDP?
The lawsuit is less about justice and more about panic. It is becoming clearer that those who exited and were removed from the PDP structure are increasingly uncomfortable with the party’s rising stability ahead of the 2027 general elections. Having openly aligned themselves with the APC and publicly campaigned for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during and after the 2023 elections, it is only honourable that they sustain their loyalty where they have chosen to belong.
No responsible political organisation will continue to retain individuals who deliberately sabotage its electoral prospects, campaign for its rivals, and still shamelessly struggle to dictate its internal affairs. PDP acted within its constitutional right by expelling them. Self-respect demands that they move on.
IBADAN CONVENTION REMAINS VALID, LEGAL AND BINDING
The Ibadan National Convention enjoyed:
Full compliance with the PDP Constitution
Participation of legitimate stakeholders and delegates across the federation
Proper notification letter to INEC and acknowledgment
Judicial and procedural protection under Nigerian electoral law
No expelled member can reverse this. No outsider can speak on behalf of PDP. Those who no longer belong to a family have lost the moral and constitutional right to question family decisions. Instead of dragging their frustrations before the courts, these individuals should accept the consequences of their actions and reconcile themselves with their new political home.
LET THEM BE HONOURABLE ENOUGH TO REMAIN WITH APC
Having publicly supported and campaigned for APC in 2023, it is hypocritical for expelled members to now try to destabilise PDP ahead of 2027. Nigerians are watching. The public knows where their allegiance lies. Therefore, the honourable path is simple:
Let those who have chosen APC stay proudly in APC and stop dragging PDP into unnecessary legal comedy.
CONCLUSION
PDP is focused on building a stronger, reformed, and united opposition ready to present credible candidates in 2027. The party will not be distracted by individuals who lack the legitimacy, moral standing, and membership status to interfere in its affairs.
The Ibadan National Convention stands as a valid and irreversible testament to the renewed commitment of party faithful nationwide. No amount of political drama will change that.
Prince Amb. (Dr.) Adedipe Dauda Ewenla
PDP Southwest Ex-Officio.
SB E-news.
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