NDC in Plateau State Unites Behind Akuns Amid Legal Dispute

The Plateau State chapter of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) is making efforts to reconcile its factions and support its governorship candidate, Da Jonathan Sunday Akuns, amidst a legal dispute regarding the party's ticket for the February 2027 governorship election. This reconciliation effort coincides with a planned visit by the NDC's presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

The internal crisis arose from disagreements over the party's nomination process, with state chairman Solomon Yakubu Ndam accused of organizing a parallel substitution primary. Alfred Dapal, another claimant to the ticket, has filed a suit against the NDC, INEC, and Akuns, seeking recognition as the party's candidate.

During a recent Federal High Court session in Jos, the NDC and Akuns opposed Dapal's attempt to withdraw the suit, arguing that the legal process should not be abandoned without addressing its consequences. The defendants are demanding ₦5 billion in damages and ₦50 million in legal fees.

The court has adjourned the matter to allow INEC to respond adequately.