PDP BoT Breaks Silence: Calls for Forgiveness and Unity Amid Party Storm
In a political climate thick with internal tension and mounting defections, the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has issued a clarion call for reconciliation, forgiveness, and unity to salvage the party from deeper crisis.
At the 99th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, BoT Chairman Adolphus Wabara did not mince words. With the PDP battling not only external opposition but also self-inflicted wounds, Wabara urged party leaders to put aside personal ambition and face the reality: the PDP is at a crossroads and the next move could define its future.
“No ambition, grievance, or misunderstanding should ever override the collective interest of our party or the hope Nigerians still have in us,” Wabara stated passionately.
A Party in Recovery or Denial?
The PDP has faced a long, turbulent journey, riddled with internal betrayal, bitter infighting, and strategic missteps. Wabara admitted as much, stating that divisions, mistrust, and unresolved grievances have “blurred our vision and hampered our progress.”
Yet, he maintained a tone of cautious optimism, asserting that the party’s core values democracy, unity, and service remain intact, even if strained.
“This isn’t just about politics. Reconciliation is now a moral obligation,” Wabara said, urging the party to initiate a genuine, elder-led peace process that welcomes back aggrieved members and rebuilds bridges burned in the heat of political battles.
Opening the Doors… Again
Wabara’s message was clear: the PDP must evolve or fade into political irrelevance. He called on the party to embrace fresh ideas, new members, and all Nigerians who still believe in the PDP’s capacity to govern with justice, equity, and integrity.
“Let this meeting be remembered not for more speeches, but for real transformation,” he declared. “Let’s go back to the grassroots with purpose not pride.”
Governors Defiant, Confident in Party’s Future
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, Chairman of the PDP Governors’ Forum, echoed Wabara’s sentiments with a touch of defiance.
“Despite the intimidation, we’re not going anywhere,” he said. “And those who left will find their way back. This isn’t the first time, and it won’t be the last.”
Mohammed’s remarks come amid a wave of high-profile defections to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), raising fears that the PDP is bleeding political capital ahead of the 2027 elections.
But instead of mourning the losses, PDP leaders are spinning the narrative: defections are temporary setbacks, not signs of collapse.
‘2027 Is Still Ours to Win’ Abba Moro
Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro delivered a strong rebuttal to claims of PDP’s imminent demise. According to him, the party’s recent troubles are growing pains, not death throes.
“We’ve lost some big names, yes but the PDP is not collapsing. We’re regrouping,” Moro said confidently. “The ideas we stand for are still relevant. We’ll be the party to beat in 2027.”
Final Thoughts
With its back against the wall and its once-mighty influence waning, the PDP faces a defining moment. Will it choose reform over ego? Will it prioritize the people over politics? The answers to these questions may determine whether the PDP reclaims its lost glory or becomes a cautionary tale in Nigeria’s democratic evolution.
What do you think? Can the PDP recover in time for 2027, or are we watching the final chapters of a political giant?
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PDP BoT Breaks Silence: Calls for Forgiveness and Unity Amid Party Storm