Court Stops Gombe PDP From Enforcing Garry’s Expulsion

The Gombe State High Court has restrained the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from enforcing the purported expulsion of its 2027 governorship aspirant, Hon. Aliyu Usman Garry, pending the determination of his application challenging the party’s action.

The interim order, issued on Wednesday, by Justice Daurabo Luka Dalang of the Gombe Judicial Division, also prevents the party from taking any action that could affect Garry’s membership status.

In Suit No. GM/117M/26, the court restrained the PDP, its officials, agents and representatives from implementing, recognising or relying on the purported expulsion announced in a press release dated November 2, 2026.

The judge also prohibited the party from removing, altering or deleting Garry’s name and membership records from its register or database on the basis of the disputed expulsion.

Similarly, the PDP was barred from denying him the rights and privileges of a party member, including participation in lawful party activities, meetings and programmes.

Justice Dalang further directed both parties to maintain the status quo ante bellum, preserving Garry’s position as a registered member of the PDP before the announcement of his purported expulsion.

The restraining orders will remain effective pending the hearing and determination of Garry’s Motion on Notice for Interlocutory Injunction.

The court directed that the application be heard expeditiously and adjourned the case until November 24, 2026.

Garry’s legal team was led by Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Eko Ejembi Eko, whose brief was held by Celestina Yauta.