The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has disassociated itself from an appeal purportedly filed at the Court of Appeal, Port Harcourt Division, concerning Suit No: PHC/2177/CS/2024.
The suit challenges a restraining order by the Rivers State High Court, which prohibits the Chief Judge and the Clerk of the Rivers State House of Assembly from receiving or acting on resolutions from specific individuals pending a court case.
In a statement issued by the PDP's National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, the party clarified that it did not initiate nor authorize the appeal.
According to Vanguard, Ologunagba affirmed that only the National Legal Adviser of the PDP, Barr. Kamaldeen Ajibade SAN, is constitutionally mandated to handle litigation and legal matters on behalf of the party and its organs.
The statement emphasized that the PDP had previously notified the public that no entity other than the National Legal Adviser has the authority to engage external solicitors or handle legal cases on behalf of the party.
Ologunagba reiterated that the party adheres strictly to the provisions of its constitution, as amended in 2017, regarding legal representation and proceedings.
Furthermore, the PDP urged the public to disregard any claims suggesting the party's involvement in the appeal process related to the Rivers State Assembly crisis.
The statement concluded by reaffirming the PDP's commitment to due process and legal compliance in all its activities.
As of now, there has been no response from the Court of Appeal or other parties involved in the suit regarding the PDP's disclaimer.