The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially affirmed Sunday Udeh-Okoye, a former National Youth Leader, as the party’s National Secretary.
In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, the party emphasized that its decision aligns with the judgment of the Court of Appeal.
According to the statement, the PDP will forward its resolution confirming Udeh-Okoye’s position to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other relevant bodies for official recognition, in compliance with the appellate court’s ruling.
“The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at its meeting today, Wednesday, February 12, 2025, extensively considered the memo dated 11th February 2025 presented by the Acting National Chairman on the issue of the National Secretary of the PDP,” the statement read.
“The NWC, in considering the memo thoroughly examined the attached documents namely; the declaratory judgment of the High Court of Enugu, the judgment of the Court of Appeal, Enugu Division which pronounced and declared Rt. Hon. S.K.E Udeh Okoye as the National Secretary of the PDP; the legal opinion and advice by Dr. Kabiru T. Turaki SAN as well as that of the National Legal Adviser of the PDP.
“After due consideration of the memo and the attachments, the NWC overwhelmingly recognises, acknowledges and confirms Rt. Hon. S.K.E Udeh Okoye as the substantive National Secretary of the PDP in full compliance with and obedience to the judgment of the Court of Appeal, recognising that there is no subsisting or superseding judgment or order from any court of superior authority or hierarchy.
“The NWC has commenced the transmission of its resolution/decision affirming Rt. Hon. S.K.E Udeh Okoye as the PDP National Secretary to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other relevant bodies for recognition in line with the judgment of the Court of Appeal.”
The PDP also commended its members, leaders, and stakeholders for their unwavering support, adherence to the rule of law, and commitment to the party’s principles.
Reaffirming its dedication to constitutional order and democratic ideals, the party emphasized that it remains focused on fostering stability, growth, and the well-being of Nigerians.
