The factional Board of Trustees of the Peoples Democratic Party aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reaffirmed its commitment to work with and support the party’s National Working Committee in efforts to stabilise the party and strengthen its internal structures.
Chairman of the factional BoT, Senator Mao Ohuabunwa, made the declaration on Sunday during the opening of an ongoing BoT meeting held at Wike’s official residence in Life Camp, Abuja.
Ohuabunwa said the group would fully cooperate with the NWC to guarantee that the affairs of the party are managed strictly in accordance with the PDP constitution and established guidelines.
“We are going to work with this NWC, we are going to encourage them, we are going to support them to ensure that the right things are done, and that things will be done in line with the law and the guidance of our great party,” he said.
He disclosed that work was already underway to reorganise PDP structures in states experiencing internal crises. According to him, this process involves the constitution of credible caretaker committees ahead of forthcoming congresses and the party’s next national convention.
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“We are making meaningful progress in reorganising affected states, including the constitution of credible caretaker committees, to prepare the ground for transparent congresses and the subsequent convention process. These efforts are aimed at building trust, strengthening internal structures, and ensuring that our party remains a model of fairness and inclusiveness in the Nigerian democratic space,” he added.
The former senator emphasised that the BoT, as established under the PDP constitution, carries a moral duty to act as the stabilising force within the party.
“As the Constitution of our party entails, the Board of Trustees must continue to provide stability, wisdom, and moral guidance. Our responsibility is to safeguard the party’s soul, steer it away from divisive tendencies, and reinforce the values that have historically set the PDP apart as a disciplined and democratically established institution,” he said.
Ohuabunwa urged members to remain resilient in supporting ongoing reforms and in maintaining unity ahead of future political contests.
“Our duty is to consolidate the reforms already underway, deepen internal cohesion, and ensure that the PDP emerges stronger, more virile, more united, and fully prepared for the leadership responsibilities ahead,” he stated.
New Daily Prime reports that Ohuabunwa was appointed BoT Chairman on November 7, 2025, alongside Ibrahim Dansidi as Secretary, during a meeting convened at the FCT Minister’s residence. Speaking at their inauguration, PDP National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed described the appointments as an opportunity for “restoration, reconciliation, and renewal.”
