PDP For Final Reconciliation Turaki Assures As Both Factions Work For Peace

By Suleiman Anyalewechi 

The Peoples Democratic party PDP has assured that machineries have been put in place for the revival of the reconciliation option among warring factions.

This is as  the party leadership emphasized the need for all parties to de-escalate all divisive rhetorics that could potentially flay tempers, and jeopardize meaningful reconciliation.

The Source reports that efforts to reconcile contending camps have continued to falter, amidst growing mistrust resulting from conflicting political interests ahead 2027 polls.

However, at a media briefing on Wednesday March 25, 2026 in Abuja ,the Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee NWC informed that the party has resolved to explore all available pathways towards finding a lasting solution to its leadership and internal crises 

“I can unequivocally confirm that as of today, leaders on both sides have broken the ice, and are exploring various pathways towards a lasting resolution.

“We urge our supporters across board to immediately de-escalate high-tempered communications and actions so as not to jeopardize the ongoing peace efforts”, Turaki stated.

The party leadership also  reassured all potential aspirants that it is working relentlessly to ensure that the party field candidates for all elective offices in line with Article 6(2).of the Constitution of the PDP (as amended in 2017).

The PDP similarly expressed immense gratitude to Nigerians who have continued to show interest in the affairs of the party, including registering as members,via its ongoing e-registeration exercise nationwide.

“Despite recent challenges, the faith of our core supporters remains unshaken. It is for them that we are making every effort to resolve the issues before us”, Turaki noted.

The PDP leadership expressed the unflinching commitment and determination of the party to play its critical role of holding the ruling party at all levels accountable to the people.

“As we are aware, democracy is not merely about the periodic conduct of elections; it also requires a virile opposition, and an active society to hold Government accountable.

“As Nigeria’s only surviving legacy party in the current republic, with the rare privilege of having led this country for 16 years, we remain committed to defending and consolidating our democracy even as an opposition party.

“We call on those in authority to remain conscious that they are delegates of the people, and that their actions must, at all times, align with the will of the people. Ultimate power resides with the people. It must, therefore, remain the centrepiece of governance.

“Let me end by reassuring Nigerians that the PDP is alive ,and will participate in the forthcoming elections, offering a credible platform for political contests at all levels so that power may truly return to the people”,Turaki affirmed.”