The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has commenced the compilation of its delegates list ahead of its much-anticipated national convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, disclosed this on Monday in Abuja during a meeting of the PDP National Convention Organising Committee’s Protocol Subcommittee.
Fintiri, who chairs the main convention committee, assured party members of transparency and fairness in the process, stressing that the exercise would reflect the principles of internal democracy.
“I want to reassure you that, on our side, we are fully committed and will not leave any stone unturned. We are putting in our best and making sacrifices to ensure a successful convention and battle,” Fintiri said.
The governor, who spoke passionately about his long-standing loyalty to the party, described the PDP as a platform that had shaped his political and personal growth.
“The chairman (Mutfwang) said I will be in Ibadan for one week; I may be there for three weeks. Apart from Islam, PDP is the next association that has given me everything I have achieved in life.
I will forever remain grateful to this party,” he said.
He vowed that the current leadership would not allow the party to fail under its watch.
“Not under our leadership, not during our time, will we let this party down. As you can see from the commitment of members, everyone is determined. I assure you that the calibre of men and women we will produce as leaders to handle this party in the next National Working Committee will be people of worth. When we parade them, the country will know that the PDP is still alive,” he said.
Fintiri added that the convention process would be open and inclusive, noting that all aspirants who met the party’s requirements would be allowed to contest.
“We are not going to deny anybody the chance to contest. I will personally ensure that the screening process is transparent. Everybody who has purchased forms will be screened as long as there are no encumbrances in their documents or past records. Go and test your popularity in the field because we are already finalising the names of the delegates,” he said.
He also explained that the delegates’ list would be made public in the same transparent manner as the subcommittee names.
“You can still move around and canvass for votes. It’s not a closed system; it’s open. So, there’s nothing to worry about—it’s true democracy. If you feel you are popular, go to the field and test your strength. In the end, those supported by the majority will emerge victorious,” he said.
According to him, the growing participation and enthusiasm among members demonstrate renewed faith in the party’s revival.
“Even when we had our inaugural meeting, it wasn’t as full as this. It shows that life is returning to the party. People are beginning to trust and show commitment to what we are doing. At the end of the day, we will provide the kind of responsible leadership required to steer this party forward,” Fintiri said.
Describing the PDP as “the biggest and largest party in sub-Saharan Africa,” Fintiri urged members to make sacrifices and remain focused on ensuring a successful convention.
“Please, make sacrifices and don’t mind any noise you hear. We will be victorious at the end,” he concluded.
Also speaking, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, who chairs the Protocol Subcommittee, said the level of mobilisation and commitment ahead of the Ibadan convention reflected the PDP’s resilience and readiness to reclaim its position as Nigeria’s foremost opposition party.
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