The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a legal action filed by ex-Senate President Godswill Akpakpokpo (Wabara) and other former officials against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).The suit sought to compel INEC to recognize Wabara and Kabir Turaki as legitimate PDP leaders.

However, the court ruled that it lacks jurisdiction over the matter, as the dispute pertains to internal party affairs rather than electoral processes.The plaintiffs, including former governors, ministers, and PDP chiefs, argued that their leadership claims were being ignored by INEC.The court emphasized that such disputes should be resolved internally by the party's constitution, not through judicial channels.

This decision aligns with previous rulings where courts have consistently refused to intervene in internal political matters unless there is a clear violation of laws or constitutional provisions.The ruling underscores the principle that electoral bodies like INEC are not tasked with adjudicating intra-party conflicts.

Legal experts note this could set a precedent for similar cases, reinforcing the separation of powers between political parties and state institutions.