By OLA MODULE, Lagos-
New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), through its legal counsel Ndubuisi Ukpai, has formally requested that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) suspend all elections until the party’s authentic logo is included on ballot papers and its leadership under Dr. Major Agbo is recognized.
In a letter dated August 25, 2025, addressed to the INEC Chairman and shared with the media in Lagos on Wednesday, the NNPP emphasized the need for compliance with court rulings affirming Agbo’s leadership.
Titled _“RE: SUIT NO.: CV/3210/2025; New Nigeria Peoples Party VS Independent National Electoral Commission_,” the letter accused INEC of failing to adhere to judicial decisions, prompting the party to seek a court order compelling compliance.
“INEC must refrain from conducting elections until it reflects the true and correct logo of the NNPP and acknowledges the leadership of Dr. Major Agbo as National Chairman,” the letter stated, referencing a High Court ruling on August 15, 2025, that granted leave for an order of mandamus to enforce compliance.
The NNPP, further, cited legal precedent, noting, “As held in Governor of Lagos State v. Ojukwu (1986) 1 NWLR (Pt. 18) 621, no party, especially a public institution, is permitted to undermine judicial processes or impose a fait accompli on the court.”
The party warned that ignoring this could lead to contempt of court and personal consequences for INEC officials.
Additionally, the NNPP demanded that INEC cease recognizing expelled members led by Dr. Ajuji Ahmed, who allegedly planned an unauthorized National Executive Committee meeting for August 28.
The party described the planned gathering as “unlawful, null, and void,” urging INEC to avoid any involvement, as it would constitute interference in ongoing judicial proceedings.
The letter referenced Section 287(3) of the 1999 Constitution, which mandates authorities to uphold court decisions.
“We urge INEC to act with fidelity to the rule of law and avoid actions that prejudice pending proceedings,” the NNPP stated, emphasizing that compliance would prevent further legal action against the commission.
