“PDP Convention Will Hold, We Will Reconcile After” — Wike Expresses Confidence Ahead of 2027

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has said the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will proceed with its national convention on March 29 and 30, despite ongoing internal disagreements.

Speaking after inspecting the convention venue in Abuja, Wike stated that efforts to reconcile aggrieved members would continue after the event, stressing that disagreements are normal in a large party.

He dismissed a Supreme Court appeal by a faction led by Tanimu Turaki, insisting it would not affect the convention.

Wike also expressed confidence in the party’s unity and readiness, noting that key positions have already been zoned to ensure balance, with the presidency allocated to the South and the chairmanship to the North.

He added that preparations are nearly complete and expressed optimism that the PDP will stage a strong comeback in the 2027 elections

He said, “There is room for accommodation. The PDP is a very large party. Look at the umbrella, it is wide enough to accommodate everyone.

“I have always said that in any group, there will be grievances. You cannot expect that in a family of two or three people, everyone will always be satisfied, let alone a party with millions of members. There will always be a few who are not happy. We have agreed to sit down with them, understand their concerns, and see how we can accommodate them. What is most important is the overall interest of the party.”

“We have already zoned our positions. Every zone has its own slots. The presidency has been zoned to the South, while the chairmanship is zoned to the North. We believe this consensus arrangement will make the process easier.

“For the first time, the PDP is presenting a unified front, rather than the usual ‘unity list’ that often reflects internal divisions. There are no factions; everyone has agreed on the direction we are taking.”

“We are fully prepared. This visit is to assess final arrangements. As I said, we are about 95 percent ready, and by tomorrow, everything will be set.

“Seating arrangements for all states have been completed, and the VIP section is ready. We do not expect more than 2,500 delegates.”