Fresh reconciliation efforts have begun within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) ahead of its scheduled March 29–30, 2026 national convention, despite lingering tensions between rival factions.
A bloc led by Tanimu Turaki, with backing from PDP governors, confirmed on Wednesday that discussions to resolve the leadership crisis resumed earlier in the week following advice from the Court of Appeal to pursue an amicable settlement.
Turaki said the party’s Board of Trustees, chaired by Adolphus Wabara, had constituted a committee to engage aggrieved members and restore unity. He noted that both sides had begun dialogue and were exploring options to resolve outstanding issues, including disputes over the planned convention.
He added that ongoing legal actions could be withdrawn once a consensus is reached, expressing optimism that all parties were willing to make concessions to preserve the party.
However, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, dismissed claims of factionalisation, insisting the PDP remains united.
“There is only one PDP. Some individuals may have grievances, but there is no faction,” Wike said while addressing journalists in Abuja.
The renewed talks come after months of internal crisis triggered by a disputed convention in Ibadan, which was later nullified by the Court of Appeal for violating electoral and constitutional provisions.
Despite the reconciliation efforts, disagreements persist over the legitimacy of party structures and the conduct of the upcoming convention.
Wike maintained that reconciliation and convention preparations could proceed simultaneously, while also highlighting ongoing infrastructure projects in the Federal Capital Territory under his supervision.
