PDP leaders seek Obasanjo’s support to reclaim Osun and Ekiti
A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by Taminu Turaki met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta on June 8, 2024. The group aimed to seek guidance ahead of the 2026 governorship elections in Osun and Ekiti states. The meeting comes amid internal party tensions and a push to unify the PDP for upcoming electoral battles. Leaders expressed confidence in reclaiming key states and challenging the current government.
What we know
- Taminu Turaki and top PDP officials visited Olusegun Obasanjo to introduce the new factional leadership and seek his advice.
- The meeting took place at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta on June 8, 2024.
- The faction declared its readiness to reclaim Osun and Ekiti states in the 2026 elections and to challenge the APC in 2027.
- Internal divisions persist, with the Wike-led NEC accusing Turaki’s group of violating court judgments.
- Ogun State PDP Chairman Abayomi Tella described the meeting as a “new dawn” and vowed the party is “battle-ready” for future elections.
