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Sule Lamido Officially Declares Bid For PDP National Chairman Amid Party Divisions

Sule Lamido Threatens Legal Action Over Denied PDP Nomination Forms Ahead Of National Convention

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Former Jigawa State Governor and PDP leader, Sule Lamido, has threatened to take legal action if he is denied the opportunity to purchase nomination forms ahead of the party’s national convention, scheduled for November 15–16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Monday, Lamido said his efforts to obtain the PDP National Chairman nomination form were unsuccessful, and he implicated both the National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, and National Organising Secretary, Umar Bature, in the issue. At the PDP’s 102nd National Executive Committee meeting on August 25 in Abuja, the party zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the South while reserving the National Chairman position for the North. Northern leaders later “micro-zoned” the chairmanship to the North-West, leading to the endorsement of former Minister of Special Duties, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), as the consensus candidate. Lamido and other Northern stakeholders loyal to him expressed dissatisfaction, claiming they were not consulted before the endorsement. Meanwhile, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike is reportedly supporting former Benue State Governor Samuel Ortom for the same position. Lamido arrived at the PDP National Headquarters at Wadata Plaza around 11 a.m. with supporters but found offices locked, preventing him from purchasing the nomination forms. Although the National Convention Organising Committee, chaired by Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, operates from Legacy House in Maitama, Lamido insisted that forms should have been made available at Wadata Plaza. He said, “PDP is a family of Nigerians committed to democracy. By party constitution, forms are normally sold at headquarters, so I came to purchase mine.” Lamido described the locked offices as unusual, noting that party officials he met had no information about the forms’ location or distribution. Acknowledging that the process is now managed by the Convention Committee, Lamido said he may have to go to Adamawa to obtain the forms. He added, “The closing date has been extended. All decisions must be approved by the NEC, but it seems the NEC’s role has been taken over by individuals. I am optimistic, but if I don’t get the form, I will go to court. PDP must organise its house and follow its constitution to win elections.” Lamido emphasized that his main goal is to strengthen PDP into a united and disciplined party capable of defeating the APC. He rejected the governors’ consensus arrangement, claiming it was reached without proper consultation. He explained, “If there are consultations, consensus is possible. But our zone never met. The Governor of Zamfara had scheduled a meeting for Wednesday, but it was preempted with a Tuesday meeting. That’s the problem.”

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Sule Lamido Officially Declares Bid For PDP National Chairman Amid Party Divisions

Sule Lamido Officially Declares Bid For PDP National Chairman Amid Party Divisions

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Former Jigawa State Governor Alhaji Sule Lamido has officially announced his intention to run for the position of National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Lamido made the declaration on his verified Facebook page on Monday, stating that he would visit the party’s national headquarters at Wadata Plaza to purchase his nomination form. “By the grace of God, I shall today, Monday, 27th October 2025, by 11 a.m., be at Wadata Plaza, the national headquarters of our great party, the Peoples Democratic Party, to purchase the nomination form to run for the office of National Chairman,” he wrote. A senior PDP leader and former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lamido pledged to work toward rebuilding the party and preparing it for future elections. “My commitment to democracy and resolve to restore our dear party to its old glory is unstoppable,” he added. The PDP, which governed Nigeria from 1999 to 2015, is expected to elect a new National Chairman at its forthcoming national convention. Lamido’s announcement comes after northern party stakeholders endorsed former Minister Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN) as their consensus candidate for the position. At the PDP’s 102nd National Executive Committee meeting on August 25 in Abuja, the party decided to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South while reserving the National Chairman slot for the North. However, factions allied with Lamido and former Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike rejected Turaki’s endorsement, claiming the decision lacked proper consultation. The disagreements underline rising tensions within the PDP as it seeks both internal unity and credible leadership ahead of the 2027 elections. The party is scheduled to hold its 2025 Elective National Convention from November 15–16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State. A 13-member National Convention Screening Committee has been appointed to vet aspirants for national offices. The screening exercise will take place on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, and will be chaired by Eyitayo Jegede (SAN), a former Ondo State governorship candidate and respected legal luminary. The announcement was made by the PDP’s National Convention Organising Committee and signed by its Chairman, Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri.

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Northern PDP Leaders Endorse Tanimu Turaki as Consensus National Chairman Candidate

Northern PDP Leaders Endorse Tanimu Turaki as Consensus National Chairman Candidate

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Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the North have endorsed former Minister of Special Duties, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), as their consensus candidate for National Chairman ahead of the party’s convention scheduled for November in Ibadan, Oyo State. The announcement was made by Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, who spoke on behalf of the Northern zone after a meeting of PDP leaders in Abuja on Wednesday. Fintiri confirmed Turaki as the consensus choice while stressing that any aspirant unhappy with the decision is free to contest. Turaki, a senior lawyer with expertise in constitutional law, election petitions, commercial arbitration, international criminal law, intellectual property, oil and gas, and mergers and acquisitions, previously served as Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs and Supervising Minister of Labour and Productivity under former President Goodluck Jonathan. The PDP had earlier zoned the 2027 presidential ticket to the South and the National Chairmanship to the North, with Northern leaders further micro-zoning the chairmanship to the Northwest. Turaki emerged as the unanimous choice following consultations with party leaders from the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory. Fintiri, who also chairs the National Convention Organising Committee, said: “We have reflected deeply and widely through consultations, and as we go to Ibadan for our national convention, we have adopted a consensus candidate to represent the North, and by extension, Nigeria, as the Chairman of the PDP. That gentleman is K.T. Turaki, SAN.” He added that other positions will be resolved at the regional level and that anyone still wishing to contest remains free to do so. The endorsement comes amid rising tensions within the party, particularly from supporters of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, who are reportedly dissatisfied with Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum’s leadership. Internal disputes over party structures, micro-zoning of key positions, and unresolved leadership issues in the South-South have also sparked court cases and legal battles, including claims of forgery related to the party’s convention notification to INEC. The Northern PDP meeting was attended by several key figures, including Governors Bala Mohammed, Caleb Mutfwang, and Dauda Lawal; former governors Ahmed Makarfi and Sule Lamido; Acting National Chairman Umar Damagum; former Senate President Bukola Saraki; former Minister of Information Professor Jerry Gana; and Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro, among others.

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PDP Reacts To Senator Jarigbe’s Defection To APC

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The Cross River State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has finally responded to the defection of Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring that his exit will not weaken the party but instead strengthen its unity and resolve. In a statement released on Thursday, the PDP described Jarigbe’s defection as a personal decision that holds no consequence for the stability or structure of the party in the state. It reaffirmed its commitment to rebuilding a stronger, more united organisation at all levels. According to the statement, the senatorial mandate currently held by Jarigbe was the product of the collective efforts and sacrifices of PDP members and supporters in Cross River North. The party expressed disappointment that the senator chose to abandon the platform that enabled his political rise. “His decision is regrettable, but it will only serve to strengthen our internal cohesion and renew our dedication to the principles that have sustained the PDP as the most organised and people-oriented political movement in Cross River,” the statement read in part. Under the leadership of the Caretaker Committee chaired by Rt. Hon. Bassey Ewa, the PDP reiterated its focus on restoring unity, deepening grassroots mobilisation, and strengthening structures ahead of future elections. The party also emphasised that it remains steadfast in its mission to serve the people of Cross River through credible leadership and inclusive governance. Dr Maurice Ekong, the PDP’s Director of Media and Communications, urged members and supporters to remain calm and confident, assuring them that the party is “moving forward — stronger, more focused, and more determined than ever.”

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Benue Lawmaker Ojema Ojotu Defects To APC, Giving Ruling Party Complete Control Of State’s Federal Seats

Benue Lawmaker Ojema Ojotu Defects To APC from PDP

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Ojema Ojotu, the House of Representatives member for Apa/Agatu Federal Constituency in Benue State, has formally defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu made the announcement during Tuesday’s plenary session, reading Ojotu’s letter to the House of Representatives. With Ojotu’s defection, the APC now controls all 11 federal constituencies in Benue State, marking complete dominance of the state’s representation in the House. In his letter, Ojotu cited the ongoing internal crisis within the PDP as the reason for his departure. “After consulting my constituents, family, and political associates, I have decided to leave the PDP for the APC,” he stated. The move immediately sparked controversy. Deputy Minority Leader Aliyu Madaki of the New Nigeria Peoples Party invoked Section 68(1)(g) of the Constitution, urging that Ojotu’s seat be declared vacant for leaving the party that sponsored his election. House Majority Leader Ibrahim Halims countered the argument, maintaining that a member may leave a party if it is embroiled in unresolved crises that threaten their political future. Deputy Speaker Kalu welcomed Ojotu to the APC and assured him of the party’s full support. Ojotu’s defection is part of a broader wave of lawmakers moving to the APC in 2025, a trend that opposition parties have attributed to pressure from the ruling government — claims President Bola Tinubu has denied, urging other parties to address their internal issues.

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Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri and 22 Lawmakers Leave PDP

Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri and 22 Lawmakers Leave PDP

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Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has formally resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Vanguard reports. The resignation also includes the Speaker of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly and 22 other lawmakers, marking a significant shift in the state’s political landscape. Governor Diri’s departure comes just a day after his Enugu State counterpart, Peter Mbah, defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). At the time of reporting, Governor Diri has not disclosed his next political move.  

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Governor Agbu Kefas Poised to Defect to APC Amid Growing Wave of PDP Governors Switching Sides

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Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas appears set to become the latest Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governor to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), following the recent defection of Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah. The move, which has been the subject of speculation in recent weeks, gained momentum after Kefas’ close aides reportedly began consultations across Taraba and a youth group staged a rally in Jalingo, urging him to join the APC. Sources revealed that the governor has constituted a committee co-chaired by former Senator Dahiru Bako to engage stakeholders and gauge public opinion ahead of the possible switch. Senator Bako confirmed that Governor Kefas would not take any political step without first seeking input from the people, emphasizing that the consultations were designed to ensure inclusiveness. The APC in Taraba State has already declared readiness to receive the governor, though the planned defection has reportedly caused unease among some APC stakeholders. Many fear that if Kefas joins with PDP lawmakers and appointees, it could alter the internal political balance ahead of the 2027 elections. Efforts to reach Kefas’ aides for comment were unsuccessful, while PDP State Chairman Alhaji Abubakar Bawa dismissed the speculation, describing the ongoing activities as an APC affair. Governor Kefas’ reported move comes as several PDP governors have switched allegiance to the ruling party in recent months. Enugu State’s Peter Mbah formally joined the APC on Tuesday, while Delta and Akwa Ibom governors, Sheriff Oborevwori and Umo Eno, made similar moves earlier in the year. The wave of defections is seen by many as part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s broader strategy to consolidate power across southern Nigeria ahead of the 2027 elections. Analysts believe the mass defection of governors from the PDP to the APC signals a realignment of political interests rather than ideological conviction. The APC now controls most states in the South East and South South, while the PDP’s influence in its former strongholds continues to decline. If Kefas completes his defection, he will become the first northern PDP governor to join the APC under Tinubu’s administration, a move that could trigger similar defections in other northern states. The PDP has, however, accused the APC of attempting to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. Former Senate President and PDP Board of Trustees Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara, said the defections were part of a deliberate strategy by the ruling party to weaken the opposition. He argued that the defections were driven by intimidation and greed, not ideology, and warned that such trends pose a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) also criticized the APC, accusing it of luring opposition governors to weaken multi-party democracy. Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC National Publicity Secretary, described the defections as an act of desperation by politicians seeking personal survival rather than public service. The Obidient Movement, for its part, said the developments highlight the decay of political morality and the widening gap between leaders and the people. Vice President Kashim Shettima, however, defended the ongoing defections, describing them as proof of the ruling party’s growing appeal. Representing President Tinubu during the grand reception for Governor Mbah in Enugu, Shettima said the defections reflect the strength of APC’s unity and inclusiveness. He maintained that the ruling party has become a political home for visionary leaders who seek progress and stability. Political scientists have described the current wave of defections as evidence of weak ideology and self-interest in Nigeria’s political system. Professor Hassan Saliu, President of the Nigerian Political Science Association, said the defections show that political loyalty in Nigeria is often based on personal gain. He noted that most politicians change parties to protect their interests or avoid future political persecution. Meanwhile, the APC has achieved a significant milestone in the National Assembly, securing a two-thirds majority in the Senate for the first time since 2015. Senator Samaila Dahuwa Kaila of Bauchi North defected from the PDP to the APC, bringing the ruling party’s total to 73 senators out of 109. The APC also gained ground in the House of Representatives after three PDP lawmakers from Kaduna State defected, raising its membership to 236. Political analysts have warned that while this gives the APC legislative dominance, it could further weaken democratic checks and balances.

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Governor Peter Mbah To Officially Join APC From PDP On October 14

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Preparations have been finalized for Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah’s official defection from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in Enugu, the state capital. Governor Mbah will reportedly join the ruling party along with several political figures, including members of the National and State Assemblies, state executive officials, and party leaders from various wards and local government areas across the state. APC National Chairman, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, and Deputy National Chairman (South), Hon. Emma Eneukwu, confirmed the move while inaugurating a seven-member caretaker committee for the Enugu State chapter. They described the defection as part of the APC’s broader efforts to strengthen its base and expand its political influence in the South East. Speaking to newsmen at the APC National Secretariat in Abuja after his inauguration, the new Enugu State APC Caretaker Committee Chairman, Dr. Ben Nwoye, disclosed that the governor and his key aides will be officially received into the party on October 14. The APC National Working Committee (NWC) had earlier dissolved the Enugu State Working Committee (SWC) and replaced it with a caretaker committee to oversee the party’s affairs in the lead-up to Mbah’s formal entry.  

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