The senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has called on leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to prioritise reconciliation and move beyond the ongoing legal disputes affecting the party.
Her appeal follows the recent judgment delivered by the Court of Appeal of Nigeria concerning the party’s national convention.
Akpoti-Uduaghan made the call in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday through her media aide, Mike Idoko.
In the statement, the lawmaker urged party members across the country to treat the court ruling as an opportunity to restore unity, strengthen internal democracy and reposition the PDP ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to her, prolonged legal battles within the party could undermine the aspirations of loyal members hoping to contest elections on the PDP platform.
“The Court of Appeal has spoken, and as a democratic party that believes in the rule of law, we must now shift our focus from litigation to reconciliation and rebuilding,” she said.
“The strength of our party lies in unity, collective purpose and our shared commitment to providing Nigerians with credible leadership.”
The senator noted that political parties primarily exist to provide platforms for citizens who aspire to serve their communities and the country through elective offices.
She warned that internal disputes should not be allowed to derail the ambitions of party members preparing for future elections.
Akpoti-Uduaghan further urged party leaders to demonstrate compromise and statesmanship in resolving disagreements within the party, stressing that the current situation requires maturity, dialogue and collective commitment to the survival and progress of the PDP.
She also called on stakeholders to work towards organising an inclusive and credible national convention in line with the guidelines set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The senator emphasised that rebuilding unity within the party would be crucial for strengthening its position ahead of the 2027 general elections.
