INEC Holds Talks With Rival PDP Factions To Resolve Leadership Crisis

The Independent National Electoral Commission has convened a meeting with the two rival factions of the Peoples Democratic Party to tackle the party’s ongoing leadership dispute.

The session, held at INEC’s national headquarters in Abuja, brings together representatives of the Tanimu Turaki and Abdulrahman Mohammed factions, with the goal of resolving internal conflicts that have threatened the PDP’s cohesion.

The Mohammed faction is reportedly backed by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, while the Turaki group claims recognition from key party structures. INEC insiders say the talks are intended to clarify the PDP’s leadership and prevent further confusion ahead of future elections.

Tanimu Turaki attended with members of his National Working Committee, officials from the party secretariat, and former Niger State Governor Babangida Aliyu. Abdulrahman Mohammed was accompanied by members of the PDP’s national caretaker committee, including its secretary, Senator Sam Anyanwu, and other senior faction leaders.

The closed-door meeting is focusing on leadership claims, documentation, and possible solutions to the rift that has divided the party in recent months. INEC is reportedly seeking to determine which faction has the legitimate authority to act on behalf of the PDP.

As of the report, discussions were still ongoing, with no official statement released by INEC or either faction.