PDP Defies Court Order, Proceeds with National Convention Amid Legal Battles

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria is determined to hold its national convention despite a court order restraining the process. The party's decision has sparked legal battles, with some members attempting to block the convention.

Prominent figures like Debo Ologunagba and Olabode George have criticized the court ruling, while Nyesom Wike has supported it. The court also recently ruled against a PDP member defecting to the APC.

The legal disputes highlight internal tensions within the PDP ahead of the scheduled convention in Ibadan, Oyo State.