Lamidi Apapa, the factional leader of the Labour Party (LP), has once again made his appearance at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal.
POLITICS NIGERIA reports that recent photographs capture him seated comfortably, attentively listening to the ongoing proceedings within the courtroom.
Apapa chose to occupy a seat at the rear of the courtroom instead of the designated area reserved for Labour Party representatives.
Also, the party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi, arrived at the court premises with an entourage of supporters.
Recalling his earlier statement, Apapa had expressed his intention to attend the Tribunal on Friday, May 19 (today), during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily program.
When asked about his plans following his rejection on Wednesday, he confidently affirmed, “I intend to go. Maybe by the next hearing, I will be recognised.”
Apapa further asserted that his presence at the Tribunal on Wednesday was aimed at asserting his authority as the acting National Chairman of the party.
Recall that the leadership dispute escalated after a court order restrained Julius Abure, the incumbent National Chairman, and other party executives from assuming leadership roles. While Apapa claims his rightful position as the chairman, a significant portion of party members do not recognise his authority.
The battle for leadership took an even more dramatic turn on Wednesday when Apapa was booed and subsequently expelled from the Tribunal.
Recalling his earlier statement, Apapa had expressed his intention to attend the Tribunal on Friday, May 19 (today), during an appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily program.
When asked about his plans following his rejection on Wednesday, he confidently affirmed, “I intend to go. Maybe by the next hearing, I will be recognised.”
Apapa further asserted that his presence at the Tribunal on Wednesday was aimed at asserting his authority as the acting National Chairman of the party.
Recall that the leadership dispute escalated after a court order restrained Julius Abure, the incumbent National Chairman, and other party executives from assuming leadership roles. While Apapa claims his rightful position as the chairman, a significant portion of party members do not recognise his authority.
The battle for leadership took an even more dramatic turn on Wednesday when Apapa was booed and subsequently expelled from the Tribunal.
Watch the video of Peter Obi’s appearance in court here.
Watch the video of Apapa’s presence in court here.
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