Table of Contents
- Announcement of Legal Action
- Accusations Against INEC
- Validity of Nomination
- Trust in the Electoral Process
- Legal Action
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has declared its intention to seek legal recourse following the exclusion of its gubernatorial candidate, Dr. Oluwole Oluyede, from the list of candidates for the 2026 Ekiti State gubernatorial election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
This information was shared in a statement released on Tuesday, signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Ini Ememobong.
The PDP accused INEC of partiality, asserting that the commission intentionally restricted access to the nomination portal codes just days before the submission deadline, which compelled the party to submit Dr. Oluyede’s forms manually—an action that INEC has acknowledged.
The PDP stressed that there is no question regarding the legitimacy of Dr. Oluyede’s nomination, referencing INEC’s own monitoring report that confirmed the primaries were conducted lawfully and appropriately.
The party characterized INEC’s omission of its candidate as “dangerously high-pitched” and cautioned that it jeopardizes public confidence in the electoral process.
“After failing to take the appropriate actions, our party has swiftly initiated steps to approach the courts to compel INEC to fulfill its responsibilities as it should have done in the first place,” the statement indicated, emphasizing that the commission must operate independently and uphold democratic principles.
The PDP pledged to explore all legal avenues to ensure that Dr. Oluyede’s name appears on the official list of candidates prior to the elections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Dr. Oluwole Oluyede excluded from the candidate list?
Dr. Oluwole Oluyede was excluded from the candidate list by INEC, which the PDP claims was due to intentional bias and restricted access to the nomination portal.
What actions is the PDP taking regarding this exclusion?
The PDP has announced its intention to approach the courts to compel INEC to include Dr. Oluwole Oluyede on the official list of candidates.
What does the PDP say about the validity of Dr. Oluyede's nomination?
The PDP asserts that there is no dispute regarding the validity of Dr. Oluyede’s nomination, citing INEC’s own monitoring report that confirmed the legality of the primaries.
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