Abuja, NIGERIA – The Supreme Court of Nigeria has approved a request for an accelerated hearing of the appeal filed by the Kabiru Tanimu Turaki-led leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Okay News reports that the apex court, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, directed all respondents in the case to file their necessary legal processes within five days. The court subsequently fixed April 22, 2026, for further hearing on the matter.
The decision highlights the court’s effort to resolve the leadership crisis within Nigeria’s main opposition party swiftly. During proceedings, the factional group associated with Nyesom Wike and President Tinubu had initially requested 20 days to file their processes. While the parties eventually negotiated down to a 10-day window, the Supreme Court slashed the timeline to just five days, citing the urgent nature of the case and the need for a rapid delivery of justice.
This legal battle is seen as a defining moment for the survival of the PDP, as the Turaki-led leadership seeks to secure its legitimacy against rival interests. With the April 22nd date now set, all eyes turn to the Supreme Court for a ruling that could reshape the political landscape ahead of the 2027 general elections.
