The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) claims it has averted a major internal crisis, with factions led by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike launching reconciliation talks to unify ahead of the 2027 elections.
Tensions had simmered for months through court battles, public spats, and behind-the-scenes maneuvers, fueling doubts about the party’s cohesion.
Now, both sides are opting for dialogue amid pressure. In Abuja on Wednesday, factional PDP National Chairman Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, announced that the Makinde-aligned National Working Committee (NWC) is easing tensions after the Board of Trustees (BoT), led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, intervened per a Court of Appeal advisory in Ibadan.
“The BoT formed a high-powered committee to engage our estranged members,” Turaki said.
As a goodwill gesture, the NWC delayed National Executive Committee and National Caucus meetings and softened its rhetoric. However, it criticized the other side for “hurtful rhetoric” and “derogatory statements.”
Turaki confirmed a breakthrough: “Leaders on both sides have broken the ice and are pursuing lasting resolution.”
He urged supporters to de-escalate, warning against actions that could derail progress. Legal battles persist in multiple courts, but the PDP vows to drop all cases—from Federal High Court to Supreme Court—once a deal is struck.
“To aspirants with us, we will field candidates for all positions,” Turaki assured, adding the party is ready to compromise: “We’ll bend as far as our necks allow—PDP will not die.”
He revealed internal saboteurs have been “identified and flushed out.” The PDP reaffirmed its role as Nigeria’s key opposition, committed to democracy and accountability, with power resting with the people.
The Turaki-led NWC passed a vote of confidence in Governors Makinde and Bala Mohammed, thanked online registrants, and eyed a potential truce as 2027 approaches.
