Fresh efforts to resolve the internal crisis rocking the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have begun, as rival factions reopen dialogue ahead of the party’s scheduled March 29–30, 2026 national convention.
The reconciliation move comes amid mounting pressure on the party to unite before key electoral activities, with the process now being revisited by the bloc led by Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory.
Confirming the renewed talks in Abuja, Tanimu Turaki (SAN), who leads the opposing faction backed by PDP governors, disclosed that the reconciliation process resumed on Tuesday night and is already showing early signs of progress.
According to Turaki, the move follows guidance from the Court of Appeal, Ibadan Division, which had urged parties involved in the dispute to seek amicable resolution in order to preserve party unity and provide a stable platform for aspirants ahead of future elections.
He explained that the party’s Board of Trustees, under the leadership of Adolphus Wabara, set up a high-powered committee to engage aggrieved members and address lingering issues threatening the party’s cohesion.
“As part of confidence-building measures, the National Working Committee postponed earlier scheduled National Executive Committee and National Caucus meetings and toned down confrontational rhetoric,” Turaki noted.
However, he expressed concern that the conciliatory gestures had not been fully reciprocated, accusing the opposing camp of continuing inflammatory remarks that could derail the fragile peace process.
Turaki warned that prolonged infighting could have serious implications, especially with the tight timelines set by the Electoral Act, and urged all stakeholders to prioritise the party’s collective interest over individual ambitions.
