Makinde says PDP is ready to reclaim presidency
Seyi Makinde, Governor of Oyo State, has expressed confidence that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will produce Nigeria’s next president. He made this statement during the 103rd National Executive Committee meeting of his-backed PDP faction in Abuja. The meeting also saw the ratification of a 13-member Caretaker Committee led by Tanimu Turaki. A recent Supreme Court ruling has further intensified the leadership crisis within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Key takeaways
- Seyi Makinde stated that the PDP is prepared to reclaim power at the national level.
- The 103rd National Executive Committee meeting ratified a 13-member Caretaker Committee headed by Tanimu Turaki.
- The committee appointments followed a motion by Tony Aziegbemi and were seconded by Clement Fagboyede.
- Other committee members include Taofeek Arapaja (National Secretary), Daniel Ambrose, Hamza Abuya, Ihediwa, Isah Abubakar, Theophilus Dakashan, Ini Ememobong, Aribisala Adewale Idowu, Baru Shaffi, and Okechukwu Obiechina.
- A Supreme Court ruling invalidated the PDP national convention held in Ibadan on November 15 and 16, 2025, deepening the party's leadership crisis.
