The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says it did not authorize a petition submitted to challenge the outcome of the Osun State governorship election held on 15 August, involving claims related to the declared victory of Ademola Adeleke. PDP officials state that the party neither instituted nor sponsored nor approved the tribunal case.
Both outlets report PDP’s position that the petition is not the party’s case, and that it challenges the legitimacy of the counsel handling or representing the matter. Vanguard and Premium Times also note that PDP threatens sanctions, indicating it will take action against those it views as acting without party authority.
While the reports focus on the same core claim—disowning responsibility for the tribunal petition—Premium Times adds detail about PDP challenging a “purported” party counsel, whereas Vanguard emphasizes the party’s refusal to endorse the petition. The outlets do not provide further adjudication details or the tribunal’s response in the excerpts provided.
