Tensions surrounding the leadership crisis within the Accord Party intensified on Wednesday as scores of supporters gathered at the Federal High Court in Abuja for the hearing of a suit challenging the party’s 2027 presidential ticket involving businessman and politician Gbenga Hashim.
The supporters, who arrived at the court premises in large numbers, expressed solidarity with the faction seeking judicial intervention over the party’s presidential nomination process. Security operatives maintained a visible presence to ensure order as proceedings unfolded.
The case, which has attracted significant political attention ahead of the 2027 general elections, centres on the legality of the party’s presidential ticket and broader questions regarding internal party leadership and compliance with its constitution.
However, the court did not proceed with substantive arguments, as the matter was adjourned to a later date. The presiding judge fixed a new hearing date to allow for the continuation of proceedings, extending the uncertainty surrounding the dispute.
The legal battle is widely viewed as a crucial test for the Accord Party’s internal cohesion and electoral preparedness. Political observers say the outcome could shape the party’s leadership structure and determine who ultimately flies its presidential flag in the forthcoming elections.
With rival factions maintaining opposing positions, the courtroom confrontation underscores the growing trend of political disputes being resolved through judicial intervention, as parties increasingly rely on the courts to settle internal disagreements.
As the case resumes on the adjourned date, attention will remain fixed on the Federal High Court, where the ruling is expected to have far-reaching implications for the Accord Party’s future and its participation in Nigeria’s evolving political landscape.
