A Nigerian court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Samuel Anyanwu seeking official recognition as the national secretary of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). The ruling upholds the party's internal decisions amid ongoing leadership disputes.
The People's Democratic Party (PDP), Nigeria's main opposition party, has been embroiled in internal conflicts over its leadership positions. Samuel Anyanwu, who claims the role of national secretary, filed a suit to enforce his recognition by the party and relevant authorities. However, the court dismissed the case, siding with the PDP's current structure.
This decision comes at a time when the PDP is navigating factional tensions following its loss in the 2023 general elections. Party officials have maintained that Anyanwu's appointment was not properly ratified, leading to the legal challenge. The dismissal reinforces the authority of the acting national secretary appointed by the party's national executive committee.
While details of the court's reasoning remain limited, the outcome is seen as stabilizing the PDP's hierarchy ahead of future political activities. No immediate appeals have been announced by Anyanwu's side.
