The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Taraba State, Bitrus Obidah, has dismissed concerns over recent defections to the All Progressives Congress (APC), insisting that the party will remain a dominant political force in the state ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Obidah made the remarks on Monday, while speaking with journalists in Jalingo, where he maintained that the PDP remains strong, united, and firmly positioned to retain its political relevance in the state.
He rejected reports suggesting that the party is experiencing internal divisions, insisting that the PDP in Taraba operates under a single and duly elected leadership whose tenure remains valid.
According to him, the party has sustained a strong political presence in the state since the return of democratic rule in 1999, backed by established structures across all the 16 local government areas of Taraba.
The party chairman also revealed that some individuals who previously defected to the APC are beginning to reconsider their decisions and are making moves to return to the PDP.
He said the party remains open to welcoming back former members who are willing to work toward strengthening its political base in the state.
Obidah further assured party supporters that the leadership is committed to transparency and fairness in the selection of candidates for future elections. He emphasized that aspirants would be encouraged to build genuine support among grassroots members rather than rely on imposed candidacies.
He added that reconciliation efforts are currently underway at the national level of the party to resolve internal disputes and restore unity across various chapters.
