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PDP Board Of Trustees Rejects Leaked Reconciliation Committee Report
The Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has rejected a leaked report from its reconciliation committee, stating that the document does not accurately represent its official stance.
The report was prepared by a six-member panel set up last week to mediate between the party’s rival factions ahead of the national elective convention, which kicks off today in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The PDP has been grappling with deep divisions fueled by conflicting court orders. One faction is led by Abdulrahman Mohammed, the Acting National Chairman, while the other is headed by Umar Damagum, the party’s National Chairman. Damagum’s group has the backing of the PDP Governors’ Forum, whereas Abdulrahman’s faction leans on support from the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike.
To ease the tensions, the BoT constituted a reconciliation panel chaired by Ambassador Hassan Adamu. On Friday, a report suggesting the suspension of the convention and the creation of a caretaker committee leaked to the press, a development that reportedly embarrassed the Adolphus Wabara-led BoT.
In a statement on Saturday, Wabara clarified that while the report exists, it has not been adopted and therefore does not reflect the Board’s position.
“The Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party categorically dissociates and distances itself from the purported Report of the BoT Reconciliation Committee being circulated in some sections of the media,” the statement read.
“The BoT states in clear terms that the content of the said Report is not and does not represent the official position of the Board. Having not been considered or adopted by the BoT, it cannot in any form or guise whatsoever be regarded as the position of the BoT.
“The BoT is unwavering in its endorsement of the conduct of the elective national convention as scheduled on Saturday, 15 to Sunday, 16 November 2025 in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, for the purpose of electing a new set of leaders to pilot the affairs of the party in the next four years.
“This position is guided by the judgment of the Supreme Court, which reaffirmed the supremacy of a political party in the conduct of its internal affairs.”
The BoT also dismissed calls for a caretaker committee, stressing that the convention is firmly set to go ahead and falls within the party’s jurisdiction, beyond the courts’ reach.
“The BoT therefore urges party members to remain committed and focused on the success of the elective national convention,” the statement added.
The chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Pantami Ward, Gombe Local Government Area of Gombe State, Bala Salihu Ngalda, has resigned from his position and left the ruling party.
His resignation comes at a time of active political manoeuvring across Gombe State as politicians and party structures begin repositioning ahead of the 2027 general elections.
In a resignation letter dated July 27, 2026, and addressed to the ward secretary, Ngalda said his decision takes immediate effect following consultations with his family.
“I write to formally tender my resignation as Ward Chairman and as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Pantami Ward, with immediate effect,” he said.
He explained that he made the decision after careful consideration and discussions with his family. However, he did not disclose his next political move or indicate whether he would join another party.
Ngalda thanked the APC leadership at the ward, local government, state and national levels for giving him the opportunity to serve. He also expressed appreciation to the Gombe State Government for its support during his tenure.
“I wish to use this opportunity to express my sincere appreciation to the party at the Local Government, State and National levels for the opportunity given to me to serve in this capacity. I am equally grateful to the Gombe State Government for the support and cooperation extended throughout my tenure,” he said.
“Although I am stepping away from my position and membership, I will continue to hold the party and its ideals in high regard, and I wish it continued growth and success,” he added.
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has voided and set aside the judgment of the Federal High Court which ordered the proscription of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Accord Party and three others.
The appellate court in a judgment on Tuesday held that the Forum of Former Legislators, which filed the deregistration suit have no locus standi to have instituted the matter.
The Federal High Court judgment delivered by Justice Peter Odo Lifu was consequently voided, set aside and thrown out.
In the unambiguous judgment delivered by the Court of Appeal panel led by Justice Abba Bello, a penalty of N1 million was awarded against the former legislators that filed the case.
More details later…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has been appointed as one of the co-chairmen of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Campaign Council ahead of the Osun State governorship election scheduled for August 15, 2026.
The ruling party announced that the campaign council will be inaugurated in Abuja on Tuesday as part of preparations for the off-cycle governorship election.
Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum, Hope Uzodimma, will chair the council, while Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni, Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas will serve as co-chairmen.
The APC also appointed Ibrahim Kabir Masari, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Political and Other Matters, as deputy chairman of the council, while Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin will serve as secretary.
According to the party, specialised committees have also been created to oversee campaign planning, finance, grassroots mobilisation, logistics, media, security, youth and women’s mobilisation, persons with disabilities, protocol, monitoring, and secretariat duties as campaigns gather pace ahead of the election.Government
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