Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has asserted that no court in Nigeria has the authority to grant interim or interlocutory injunctions in intra-party disputes.
Falana made this known while referencing provisions of the Electoral Act 2026, particularly Section 83, which he said places clear restrictions on judicial interference in the internal affairs of political parties.
According to him, the law explicitly prevents courts from issuing interim orders in matters relating to party leadership, primaries, and other intra-party conflicts until final judgment is delivered.
He further warned that any legal practitioner or litigant who files such suits in violation of the Act risks severe penalties. These include fines of up to ₦10 million for each party involved in instituting such actions.
Falana emphasized that the provision is aimed at curbing the abuse of court processes and ensuring stability within political parties, especially during election periods.
The legal position has sparked discussions within Nigeria’s political and legal communities, with many stakeholders assessing its implications for party democracy and judicial oversight.
