A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has taken over the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja after the premises were reopened by the police.
The development was confirmed on Saturday by the party’s National Working Committee led by Abdulrahman Mohammed through its spokesman, Jungudo Mohammed, who warned against any act capable of disrupting activities at the secretariat.
The party has been grappling with a lingering internal crisis, which worsened on November 18 following a clash between rival factions at its Wadata Plaza headquarters in Abuja.
The crisis involved a group led by Tanimu Turaki and backed by Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, against the Mohammed-led faction aligned with Wike.
However, the leadership tussle was resolved after the Court of Appeal delivered a judgment on March 9, nullifying the Ibadan convention held on November 16 and affirming the position of Wike’s camp.
Reacting to the latest development, the faction commended the Nigeria Police Force for what it described as professionalism and adherence to due process in reopening the secretariat.
“The National Secretariat at Wadata Plaza and Legacy House in Maitama have now been unsealed and handed over to the duly recognised leadership in compliance with court orders,” the statement read.
It added, “We will not tolerate any action capable of causing obstruction or breakdown of law and order at the secretariat. Security agencies have been put on alert to deal with any violators.”
The faction also called on aggrieved members to put aside their differences and work together in the interest of the party.
It further expressed appreciation to Wike for his role during the crisis, noting that his support remained crucial to stabilising the party and strengthening its unity going forward.
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