Vanguard Nigeria News: INEC recognition clears path for PDP convention — Wike-aligned faction
Published on: 02/08/2026
By Luminous Jannamike
The Nyesom Wike-aligned faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has welcomed the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) recognition of the party’s caretaker leadership, describing the decision as a significant step toward stabilising the party ahead of its planned national convention and early positioning for the 2027 general elections.
In a statement by Hon. Jungudo Haruna Mohammed, National Publicity Secretary of the National Caretaker Working Committee (NCWC), the faction said the electoral commission’s decision, which followed a Federal High Court judgment, had helped clear uncertainties surrounding the party’s leadership structure and organisational direction.
“The recent decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize the leadership of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) represents a decisive and commendable intervention toward restoring stability, order, and constitutional governance within our great party.
“This recognition comes at a critical moment in the life of the PDP, particularly as preparations gradually begin for the party’s National Convention and the strategic task of positioning the party to effectively field credible candidates for the 2027 general elections.
“By affirming a lawful leadership structure following the Federal High Court Judgement, INEC has helped to remove uncertainties capable of undermining the party’s organizational processes and electoral readiness,” Jungudo said.
The faction also commended the commission for what it called adherence to due process, saying the development reinforces confidence in democratic institutions.
Calling for unity across party ranks, the group urged members and stakeholders to support the recognised leadership as it works to organise the convention and prepare the party for the next electoral cycle.
“This development should serve as a rallying point for all loyal party faithful. The time has come to set aside differences, embrace reconciliation, and channel our collective energy towards strengthening the PDP ahead of the 2027 Elections.
“We therefore urge stakeholders across all levels of the party to support the recognized leadership of Abdulrahman Mohammed as it works towards organizing a successful convention, restoring cohesion, and laying the groundwork for the emergence of competent candidates who will carry the banner of the PDP to victory in the next electoral cycle,” Jungudo stated.
In a statement by Hon. Jungudo Haruna Mohammed, National Publicity Secretary of the National Caretaker Working Committee (NCWC), the faction said the electoral commission’s decision, which followed a Federal High Court judgment, had helped clear uncertainties surrounding the party’s leadership structure and organisational direction.
“The recent decision by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to recognize the leadership of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) represents a decisive and commendable intervention toward restoring stability, order, and constitutional governance within our great party.
“This recognition comes at a critical moment in the life of the PDP, particularly as preparations gradually begin for the party’s National Convention and the strategic task of positioning the party to effectively field credible candidates for the 2027 general elections.
“By affirming a lawful leadership structure following the Federal High Court Judgement, INEC has helped to remove uncertainties capable of undermining the party’s organizational processes and electoral readiness,” Jungudo said.
The faction also commended the commission for what it called adherence to due process, saying the development reinforces confidence in democratic institutions.
Calling for unity across party ranks, the group urged members and stakeholders to support the recognised leadership as it works to organise the convention and prepare the party for the next electoral cycle.
“This development should serve as a rallying point for all loyal party faithful. The time has come to set aside differences, embrace reconciliation, and channel our collective energy towards strengthening the PDP ahead of the 2027 Elections.
“We therefore urge stakeholders across all levels of the party to support the recognized leadership of Abdulrahman Mohammed as it works towards organizing a successful convention, restoring cohesion, and laying the groundwork for the emergence of competent candidates who will carry the banner of the PDP to victory in the next electoral cycle,” Jungudo stated.