Saraki says PDP can recover if reconciliation succeeds
Bukola Saraki, former Senate President and ex-Governor of Kwara State, has stressed the importance of unity within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He believes that reconciliation among party members is crucial for the PDP to remain a strong political force. Saraki also highlighted the need to resolve internal disputes and end litigation to boost members’ confidence. He maintains that the PDP still has significant grassroots support despite recent challenges.
Key takeaways
- Bukola Saraki says the PDP must prioritise reconciliation to ensure it remains a viable platform for elections.
- He notes that internal disputes and ongoing litigation have caused uncertainty and weakened the party, especially at the presidential level.
- Saraki believes that if reconciliation is achieved, confidence and interest in the PDP will return, especially among potential candidates.
- He acknowledges that Bola Tinubu has an incumbency advantage but insists that the outcome of the next election is unpredictable.
- Saraki urges party members to put aside personal interests and focus on unity to strengthen democracy and the PDP’s prospects.
