A faction within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has appointed Yayari Mohammed as the acting national chairman, signaling a deepening division within the party....CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING.>>
This development comes in the wake of recent suspensions involving senior party members, including the national legal adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade, and the national spokesperson, Debo Ologunagba.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Both Ajibade and Ologunagba were reportedly suspended by the party’s national working committee (NWC) under Umar Damagum, who himself had been serving as the acting national chairman.
The NWC, led by Damagum, cited alleged anti-party activities as the reason for the suspensions, but the specifics of these allegations remain undisclosed.
These actions have further fueled internal tensions, as a faction within the PDP has now moved swiftly to replace Damagum with Yayari Mohammed as the new acting national chair.
The faction released a statement indicating that the NWC approved Mohammed’s appointment, which is intended to take effect immediately.
According to the statement, this decision adheres to the provisions laid out in the PDP constitution, last amended in 2017, granting the NWC authority to make such appointments.
This leadership reshuffle highlights ongoing conflicts within the PDP, which has faced a series of internal crises in recent years. Analysts suggest that these divisions could pose challenges for the party’s cohesion and effectiveness ahead of the next general elections.
The PDP, one of Nigeria’s major political entities, has traditionally played a significant role in shaping the country’s political landscape, and its internal stability is critical to maintaining its influence.
However, the recent infighting and leadership disputes may weaken its position as it seeks to rebuild and regain relevance in national politics.
In light of these developments, the party’s supporters and members are left with concerns about the future direction of the PDP. The rapid appointment of a new acting chair raises questions about the unity within the party’s ranks and whether it can reconcile its differences to move forward.
For now, the appointment of Yayari Mohammed stands as the latest chapter in the PDP’s ongoing struggle to maintain internal order and present a unified front.
The party’s next steps will likely be closely watched by political observers and stakeholders who are keen to see whether the PDP can overcome its current challenges and restore stability within its leadership.
“Following the suspension of His Excellency, Ambassador Illiya Damagum as the Acting National Chairman of our great Party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the National Working Committee (NWC) has approved the appointment of Alhaji Yayari Ahmed Mohammed as the Acting National Chairman,” the statement reads.
The appointment which takes immediate effect is pursuant to the provisions of the Constitution of the PDP (as amended in 2017).READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>
