The factional Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party, aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has declared its commitment to work with the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) to stabilise the party and strengthen its internal structures.
Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, chairman of the factional BoT, made this known on Sunday during the opening session of an ongoing meeting at the official residence of the FCT Minister in Life Camp, Abuja.
“We are going to work with this NWC, we are going to encourage them, we are going to support them to ensure that the right things are done, and that things will be done in line with the law and the guidance of our great party, the PDP,” Ohuabunwa said.
He disclosed that efforts were already underway to reorganise PDP structures in states affected by internal crises through the constitution of caretaker committees ahead of congresses and the party’s next convention.
“Like I said, we are also making meaningful progress in reorganising affected states, including the constitution of credible caretaker committees, to prepare the ground for transparent congresses and subsequent convention process.”
“These efforts are aimed at building trust, strengthening internal structures, and ensuring that our party remains a model of fairness and inclusiveness in the Nigerian democratic space,” he added.
Ohuabunwa emphasised that the BoT, as provided in the PDP constitution, has a moral responsibility to serve as a stabilising force within the party.
“As the Constitution of our party entails, the Board of Trustees must continue to provide stability, wisdom, and moral guidance. Our responsibility is to safeguard the party’s soul, steer it away from divisive tendencies, and reinforce the values that have historically set the PDP apart as a disciplined and democratically established institution,” he said.
The BoT chairman further urged members to consolidate ongoing reforms and ensure unity ahead of future political contests.
“Our duty is clear, well stated, to consolidate the reforms already underway, deepen internal cohesion, and ensure that the People’s Democratic Party emerges stronger, more virile, more united, and fully prepared for the leadership responsibilities ahead,” he stated.
Senator Ohuabunwa was appointed BoT chairman on November 7, 2025, alongside Ibrahim Dansidi as Board Secretary.
During the inauguration, PDP National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed described the appointments as a platform for “restoration, reconciliation, and renewal” within the party.
