By The9jaTREND
The five-man panel of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, in a unanimous landmark judgment delivered on Thursday, April 30, 2026, has upheld the suspension of Samuel Anyanwu, Kamaldeen Ajibade, SAN, Umaru Bature, and Okechukwu Osuoha.
The apex court, in dismissing the appeal, reaffirmed the fundamental legal principle that the judiciary lacks the jurisdiction to interfere in the internal affairs of a political party. This ruling effectively terminates the protracted leadership dispute and restores constitutional order to the party’s administrative hierarchy.
Following this definitive ruling, the Supreme Court held that all actions, decisions, and appointments made by the suspended officials during the period of their suspension are null, void, and of no legal consequence whatsoever.
By extension of this “doctrine of nullity,” the court has invalidated the following:
“The Purported National Convention: The event held between March 29 and 30, 2026, is hereby declared an illegality and is non-existent in the eyes of the law.
“Leadership Appointments: The appointment of Abdulrahman Mohammed as Acting National Chairman is nullified. All documents signed, orders given, or representations made by him in that capacity are legally baseless.
“Administrative Decisions: All communiqués, financial authorizations, and committee appointments initiated by the Anyanwu-led faction within the suspension window are voided.”
The court’s refusal to assume jurisdiction reinforces the authority of the National Working Committee (NWC) to discipline its members without external interference, provided such actions align with the party’s governing documents.