The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court, presided over by Hon. Justice Ekwo, has issued a restraining order preventing the People’s Democratic Party from interfering with the leadership and activities of the Dan Orbih-led South South Zonal Working Committee, which was elected on February 22, 2025, in Calabar, Cross River State pending the final determination of suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/505/2025, filed by Chief Dan Orbih and his committee members.
The court also restrained the Chief Emmanuel Ogidi-led Caretaker Committee, appointed by the Party’s National Working Committee, from parading themselves or functioning as members of the South South Zonal Working Committee or leaders of the Party in the zone. Justice Ekwo also ordered an expedited hearing of the main suit. The plaintiffs are represented by Chief Ferdinand Orbih, SAN, while the 2nd, 11th, and 12th defendants are represented by B. F. Folorunsho, and the 3rd to 6th defendants by M. S. Atolagbe. The 7th to 9th defendants are represented by Eno Idem, SAN. The case is adjourned to Friday, April 11, 2025, for hearing.
