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The Supreme Court has corrected a clerical error in its October 14, 2021, judgment, recognizing Chief Edozie Njoku as the Nation Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA). However, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) continues to deal with Chief Victor Oye as the party's chairman, raising doubts about the neutrality of the umpire in the leadership crisis that has plagued the party since 2019. The court confirmed that the appearance of Oye's name in the judgment was an error and that Chief Edozie Njoku was the proper party to the proceedings. Despite appointing Oye as AGPA Chairman, INEC continued to recognize him despite protests from Njoku-led party executives. Justice Madugu rejected Oye's claim to APGA leadership and declared his claim unlawful. INEC failed to abide by the judgment but chose to appeal.