Appeal Court Upholds Nullification of APC Congress in Rivers

On March 23, 2024, the Appeal Court in Port Harcourt upheld a judgment from the Rivers State High Court that nullified the All Progressives Congress (APC) congress led by Toni Okocha. The court's ruling confirmed that the congress was invalid due to procedural issues.

Justice Obomanu of the Rivers State High Court had previously ruled on December 20, 2024, that the congress was conducted improperly, leading to the dissolution of the Okocha-led executive. Chibik Ikenga, a member of the APC, urged party members to remain calm despite the judgment, which he claimed was misrepresented.

The court struck down an appeal filed by Okocha and his executive members, directing the party to return to the state high court to address the substantive case. The ruling was delivered via Zoom, with Mr.

Emenik Ebet, the lead counsel for the Okocha faction, noting that the court's decision maintained the status quo in favor of the Emeka Beke-led APC leadership.