The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has restored Barr. Sylvester Ezeokenwa as the national chairman of the All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA).
National Commissioner and Chairman of the Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun said in a statement that the decision of the Commission followed the judgement of the Supreme Court which has been served on the Commission.
Olumekun said that in compliance with the judgement, the Commission now recognises Barr. Ezeokenwa as the APGA Chairman.
The statement reads: “The Commission met today, Tuesday 17th December 2024. Among other issues, the meeting discussed the leadership issue in the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) which has been the subject of litigation.
“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.
“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.”
