PDP Faction Submits Goodluck Jonathan’s Name To INEC As 2027 Presidential Candidate
PDP faction submits Goodluck Jonathan’s presidential candidacy to INEC, insisting it remains the party’s authentic leadership despite disputes
the document did not fully reflect what was delivered in open court.
Ememobong accused INEC of failing to maintain neutrality in matters concerning the PDP, alleging that the electoral body had repeatedly ignored material facts and court orders favourable to the party.
“The Commission’s filings, its arguments before the courts, and its refusal to comply with court orders favourable to our party have collectively created an impression of institutional bias that should concern every Nigerian,” he said.
The spokesman further argued that if INEC eventually publishes names different from those submitted by the faction, it would reinforce public concerns about the commission’s impartiality and suggest support for individuals seeking to weaken the opposition.
The faction urged its members and supporters not to lose confidence should such a scenario arise, insisting that it would continue to pursue legal and constitutional remedies.
Ememobong described the dispute as part of a broader struggle to prevent what he termed the erosion of opposition politics and the emergence of a one-party state.
He maintained that the faction’s candidates had expressed confidence in the ongoing legal process and remained committed to reclaiming the party.
“Notwithstanding INEC’s refusal to provide us with the necessary access codes, we have successfully submitted, manually and in full compliance with the Electoral Act 2026, the list of candidates sponsored by the authentic Peoples Democratic Party,” he stated.
He warned against what he called “electoral authoritarianism”, saying democratic institutions must not be used to suppress opposition parties.
Ememobong expressed optimism that the courts would ultimately resolve the leadership dispute in the faction’s favour, declaring that its members were prepared to continue the legal battle to the end.