PDP: ‘Return, but play by the rules’ – Wike’s faction tell aggreived members
Wike’s PDP Faction Calls for Unity Among Members Ahead of 2027 Elections
By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJA
The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has invited disgruntled members to rejoin the party, contingent on adherence to established rules, loyalty, and a commitment to unity as preparations commence for the 2027 elections.
During a meeting of the Board of Trustees (BoT) on Monday in Abuja, Wike’s faction emphasized the need for reconciliation that is grounded in discipline and a departure from recent internal conflicts.
“Unity must now be our watchword,” Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, BoT chairman, stated, urging all party members to unify and work collaboratively for the future.
Leaders at the meeting highlighted the significance of the 2026 National Convention as a pivotal moment for the party, noting it provided an opportunity to stabilize and reset their direction. Ohuabunwa cautioned against allowing the progress made during the convention to be undermined by division or conflict.
“We must ensure that the gains of the Convention are not lost to division, misunderstanding, or avoidable conflict,” he said, underscoring the BoT’s stabilizing role in guiding the party through challenging times.
He further warned against complacency, asserting that the success of the recent convention should not be mistaken for the end of the party’s efforts. “The real work has just begun,” Ohuabunwa remarked.
The BoT chairman also discussed ongoing reforms within the party, including e-registration efforts aimed at modernizing operations. “These reforms are not merely administrative; they are essential tools for transparency, accountability, and growth,” he said.
National Chairman Hon. Mohammed Abdulrahman Takushara supported the push for unity but emphasized the necessity for internal discipline and the appropriate channels for addressing grievances. “Internal grievances must be channeled through the proper constitutional organs, not the pages of newspapers,” he asserted.
He made it clear that loyalty to the party’s decisions remains central to its future direction. “Loyalty to the party’s decisions is non-negotiable,” Takushara stated.
In his remarks, he expressed a desire for members to return not just to the party, but with a shared sense of belonging and purpose. He indicated that strategic preparations for the next electoral cycle have already begun.
“The road to 2027 does not begin next year; it begins today,” Takushara noted, emphasizing a focus on strengthening grassroots structures and leveraging technology to enhance membership and voter engagement. “Our preparation must be clinical and data-driven,” he concluded.
