The Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out a suit challenging the alleged unlawful substitution of Ayo Shedrack as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Ose Constituency seat in the Ondo State House of Assembly ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Justice Chigozie Onah struck out the suit following its withdrawal by the plaintiff after interventions by party leaders and appeals for peace and unity.
The suit arose from allegations that Shedrack’s name was unlawfully substituted after he claimed to have emerged as the winner of the APC primary election for the constituency.
The APC and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), among other defendants, were parties to the case.
Speaking after the court proceedings, Shedrack said his decision to withdraw the suit followed consultations with party leaders, who appealed for reconciliation and unity within the party.
Counsel to the plaintiff, David Ekeh, also confirmed the withdrawal, explaining that his client had instructed him to discontinue the case in the interest of peace and to allow the parties to move forward.
The court’s decision brings the proceedings in the suit to an end, as political parties continue preparations for the 2027 general elections.
Ubong Usoro for Nigeria Magazine
