Saraki: PDP Will Resolve Crisis Before 2027

Former Senate President, Bukola Saraki,

says more people will still leave his party, the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, before the 2027 election.

Notwithstanding, the former Governor of Kwara state said the biggest opposition party in the country has the capacity to bounce back to power, due to the fact that many people are also moving into the party.

The former Senate President spoke in. Kwara state while answering questions from journalists, when he visited the Anikobi ward in Ilorin West Local Government.

According to him there are challenges in the party, which the party is trying to address through the PDP Reconciliation Committee he heads. He expressed confidence that the differences among some party members will be resolved soon.

He explained that there are ongoing efforts to rescue the PDP, urging Nigerians to be patient, noting that there is need for a vibrant opposition like the PDP in Nigeria’s democracy, adding that Nigerians still believe in the party to rescue the country fried m it’s current problems.

Saraki:  “The only viable opposition party is the PDP. Yes, there are challenges, and I have taken it upon myself to do my best. I’m encouraged by the responses from our colleagues who are willing to reconcile and settle our differences.

“We successfully held our NEC meeting and have another scheduled before the end of this month. Between now and then, we’ll engage in a lot of legwork.

“Luckily, we started early. We have two more years to work. This gives us time to identify those willing to stay and rebuild the party. Some may still leave, but others will surely join.

“Once there’s stability at the top, I’m sure we’ll begin to see a better future for the PDP. I thank Nigerians for their patience with our leaders.

“I want to use this opportunity to reassure our members across the country that we are doing our best to rescue the party. We’re confident that we will overcome our challenges. We’re committed to this because we believe in Nigeria’s democracy. A fledgling democracy requires a vibrant opposition, and we’re prepared to make the personal and collective sacrifices necessary in the national interest,” he said.