A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has re-elected Abdulrahman Mohammed as its National Chairman. This decision was made during a consensus arrangement that saw the election of key officials within the faction's National Working Committee (NWC). Abdulrahman, a resident of Nasarawa State in the North Central zone, previously served as Acting National Chairman of the faction's National Caretaker Committee.
The faction filled other key positions through consensus, including SPONSOR AD Aaron Chukwuemeka as Deputy National Chairman (South), and Yusufu Nyakiriken, SAN, as Deputy National Chairman (North). Samuel Anyanwu was returned as National Secretary, while Kolawale Olabisi was elected as National Treasurer. Odeyemei Mackson Oladiran was named Deputy National Treasurer, and Lado Dan Marke emerged as National Financial Secretary. Kamaldeen Ajibade was elected National Legal Adviser, while Jungudo Haruna Mohammed assumed the role of National Publicity Secretary. Umar Bature retained his position as National Organising Secretary.
A total of 21 members of the NWC were elected by consensus and subsequently sworn in. Prominent party stakeholders attended the event, including former Senate President Bukola Saraki, former Governors Sule Lamido, Ibrahim Dankwamo, Samuel Ortom, and Ayo Fayose. Others in attendance included Senate Minority Leader Abba Moro, former Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan.
The re-election of Abdulrahman Mohammed as National Chairman of the Wike-backed PDP faction raises questions about the party's internal dynamics. The faction's ability to fill key positions through consensus highlights the influence of Minister Wike within the party. The presence of prominent stakeholders, including former Senate President Bukola Saraki and former Governors Sule Lamido and Ibrahim Dankwamo, underscores the faction's efforts to consolidate power. However, this development may also exacerbate existing divisions within the party, ultimately affecting its ability to provide effective representation for Nigerians. The implications of this power struggle are far-reaching, with the potential to impact the party's performance in future elections.
