Supreme Court to Hear PDP Leadership Appeals April 22

The Supreme Court of Nigeria is set to hear appeals concerning the leadership of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) on April 22, 2026. The appeals arise from a faction led by Turaki, which is contesting a court decision that invalidated their national convention held in Ibadan on November 15-16, 2025.

A five-member panel, led by Justice Lawal Garba, has granted the Turaki faction's request for an accelerated hearing. The faction's counsel, Chris Uch, emphasized the urgency of the matter, citing the need to align with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) timelines ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The court has directed that nine respondents file their replies within five days. Additionally, a second appeal from the Turaki faction against former Jigawa Governor Sule Lamido will also be heard on the same date.

The Federal High Court previously ruled against the Turaki faction, stating that the PDP failed to hold valid state congresses as required by its constitution and INEC guidelines.