A Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Inyang Ekwo, has restrained the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, from interfering with the leadership and activities of the Dan Osi Orbih-led South South Zonal Working Committee.
The Committee was elected on February 22, 2025, in Calabar, Cross River State.
The restraining order is pending the final determination of suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/505/2025, filed by Chief Dan Orbih and his committee members.
The court similarly restrained the Chief Emmanuel Ogidi-led Caretaker Committee appointed by the Party’s National Working Committee, NWC, from parading themselves or functioning as members of the South-south Zonal Working Committee or leaders of the Party in the zone.
Justice Ekwo also ordered an expedited hearing of the main suit.
The plaintiffs are represented by Chief Ferdinand Orbih, SAN, while the 2nd, 11th, and 12th defendants are represented by B. F. Folorunsho, and the 3rd to 6th defendants by M. S. Atolagbe.
The 7th to 9th defendants are represented by Eno Idem, senior advocate of Nigeria, SAN.
The case is adjourned to Friday, April 11, 2025, for hearing.
Respite For Dan Orbih’s South-South Leadership as Court Restrains PDP from Interference
