The matter had been subject to litigation, with the Supreme Court delivering its ruling on November 27, 2024.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has reinstated Barrister Sylvester Ezeokenwa as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), in compliance with a Supreme Court judgement.
The Commission announced the decision in a statement signed by Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman, Information & Voter Education Committee after their meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, where it addressed the lingering leadership dispute within APGA.
The matter had been subject to litigation, with the Supreme Court delivering its ruling on November 27, 2024.
“The Commission has been served with the judgement of the Supreme Court with Appeal No. SC/CV/824/2024 APGA & ANOR vs OYE & ORS, delivered on 27th November 2024 recognising Barr. Sylvester (Sly) Ezeokenwa as the Chairman of the party,” the statement revealed.
INEC confirmed compliance with the ruling, stating, “In compliance with the judgement of the apex court, the Commission has restored Barr. Ezeokenwa as the Chairman of APGA and restored his name on our website accordingly.”