‘Chop-Chop Judge!’ — Fayose Dismisses PDP Expulsion Attacks Ibadan Convention Ruling

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Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has strongly rejected reports that he was expelled from the Peoples Democratic Party, describing the claim as baseless and legally invalid.

The outspoken politician addressed the issue during a media interview with AF24NEWS, where he criticised both the decision taken at the party’s controversial convention in Ibadan and the court ruling associated with it.

Fayose Insists Expulsion Has No Legal Standing

Fayose argued that the alleged disciplinary action against him cannot stand because the legality of the Ibadan convention itself has been challenged in court.

According to Gossip News Now reports that the former governor maintained that if the court has already questioned the legitimacy of the gathering, any resolutions reached during the event—including expulsion announcements—cannot be recognised.

He stressed that party decisions cannot override the authority of a court ruling.

Attack on Court Ruling and the Judge

Beyond rejecting the expulsion claim, Fayose also criticised the judicial decision that permitted the convention to proceed.

He questioned the reasoning behind the ruling and accused the judge involved of making a questionable judgment.

During the interview, the former governor used harsh language to describe the decision, suggesting that the court order undermined the integrity of the legal process.

Allegations Involving Political Interests

Fayose further alleged that the ruling was influenced by political interests linked to Seyi Makinde, who hosted the convention in Ibadan.

He claimed the judge’s decision appeared timed to favour certain political actors, though he provided no direct evidence to support the accusation.

The former governor insisted that several legal cases concerning the party’s internal disputes are still pending in court.

Debate Over Proper Legal Jurisdiction

Another issue raised by Fayose concerns the appropriate court to handle disputes involving political parties.

He argued that such matters should be addressed at the Federal High Court rather than a state high court, suggesting that the venue of the ruling raises additional legal questions.

This argument forms part of the broader legal contest surrounding the party’s recent leadership decisions.

Loyalty to the PDP Despite Dispute

Despite his criticism of the convention and its organisers, Fayose reaffirmed that he remains a member of the PDP.

He dismissed the Ibadan gathering as an event organised by a small group within the party rather than a truly representative national convention.

According to him, any attempt to sideline established members through internal power struggles could deepen the party’s existing crisis.

Commentary and Analysis

Fayose’s remarks highlight the continuing internal tensions within the PDP, one of Nigeria’s major opposition parties. Leadership disputes and competing factions have created significant challenges for the party as it seeks to reposition itself politically.

Legal battles over conventions, leadership structures, and party decisions have become common in Nigeria’s political environment, often reflecting deeper disagreements among party stakeholders.

Analysts note that the outcome of these disputes could influence the PDP’s unity and effectiveness ahead of future elections, particularly as rival factions compete for influence within the party’s national structure.