Court sets aside oshiomhole suspension order

You're referring to the recent development in the ongoing crisis within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Nigeria.

To provide more context, Adams Oshiomhole, the former National Chairman of the APC, was suspended by the party's National Working Committee (NWC) in November 2020. The suspension was reportedly due to alleged anti-party activities and gross misconduct.

However, on February 27, 2021, a Federal High Court in Abuja set aside the suspension order, ruling that it was unlawful and unconstitutional. The court held that the NWC lacked the powers to suspend Oshiomhole, and that the party's constitution was not followed in the suspension process.

The court's decision was made in a suit filed by Oshiomhole, who challenged his suspension. The judge, Justice Ahmed Mohammed, ordered the APC to reinstate Oshiomhole as the party's National Chairman, pending the determination of the substantive suit.

This development is likely to have significant implications for the APC, particularly in the run-up to the 2023 general elections. Oshiomhole's reinstatement could potentially alter the party's dynamics and power structure, and may also impact the party's chances in the elections.

It's worth noting that the APC has appealed the court's decision, and the matter is still pending before the Court of Appeal. The outcome of the appeal will likely determine the final fate of Oshiomhole's suspension and his status within the party.