The Kabiru Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) says it has commenced reconciliation with the faction backed by Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (PDP).
Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday in Abuja, Turaki said the move followed an advisory by the Court of Appeal in Ibadan, Oyo State, which urged parties involved in the dispute to explore a peaceful resolution.
Turaki said the PDP board of trustees (BoT), led by Adolphus Wabara, constituted a committee to engage estranged members and address the lingering issues within the party.
The PDP chairman said the national working committee (NWC) also postponed the national executive committee (NEC) and national caucus meetings as a gesture of goodwill and to de-escalate tensions within the party.
Turaki expressed concern that the gesture had not been reciprocated, alleging that the opposing faction had continued to issue “derogatory statements” to fuel the crisis.
He said both camps have now “broken the ice” and are exploring pathways to resolve the dispute ahead of the 2027 elections.
“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,” he said.
He urged party members and supporters to avoid inflammatory remarks that could undermine the reconciliation process.
Turaki assured party aspirants that the PDP would field candidates for all elective positions in line with its constitution.
“To all aspirants who have stood with us thus far, we assure you that, by the grace of God, our party will field candidates for all elective offices,” the senior advocate of Nigeria (SAN) said.
He said the party remains mindful of the timelines stipulated in the Electoral Act and is working to resolve its internal crisis without jeopardising its electoral participation.
The PDP chairman commended Nigerians who have continued to register on the party’s e-platform, noting that the support demonstrates sustained public confidence in the party.
Turaki described the PDP as a “legacy party” committed to strengthening Nigeria’s democracy through credible opposition.
He announced that the NWC had passed a vote of confidence on Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi, and Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo, for their leadership during the crisis.
Earlier this month, the appeal court in Abuja nullified the national convention held on November 15 and 16, 2025, in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo.
The court upheld the judgment of a federal high court, which restrained the PDP from conducting the national convention. The event was organised by the party faction backed by Makinde and Mohammed.
