Court orders INEC to restore Adebutu’s name to Ogun governorship candidates’ list

The Federal High Court has reportedly ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to restore the name of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Ogun State, Hon. Ladi Adebutu, to the list of candidates for the 2027 general elections within 24 hours.

The PDP in Ogun State disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday by its State Publicity Secretary, Arc. Otunba Kayode Adebayo.

According to the party, the ruling was delivered by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court after examining evidence relating to the authentic membership register of the PDP submitted to INEC.

The party said the court established that Adebutu’s name was contained in the authentic party register, forming the basis for its directive to the electoral commission.

Describing the judgment as a victory for the rule of law and democratic principles, the PDP said the decision reaffirmed the importance of party records and the right of duly nominated candidates to participate in electoral contests.

The party maintained that the ruling was significant not only for Adebutu but also for the people of Ogun State and the democratic process.

It consequently urged INEC to comply fully with the court's directive within the stipulated 24 hours, stressing the need to uphold judicial decisions and protect electoral integrity.

The PDP also appealed to its supporters, party members and residents of Ogun State to remain calm, law-abiding and committed to the democratic process ahead of the 2027 elections.

The statement added that the party remained focused on its political activities in the state.