PDP convention: Natasha urges unity as delegates ratify congresses nationwide
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called on members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to prioritise the party’s collective interest and work towards rebuilding its structure. Akpoti-Uduaghan made the appeal following
- By Sanni Onogu, Abuja
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has called on members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to prioritise the party’s collective interest and work towards rebuilding its structure.
Akpoti-Uduaghan made the appeal following the adoption of her motion for the ratification of the party’s ward, local government, state and zonal congresses nationwide at the just concluded 2026 National Convention in Abuja, organised by a faction of the party led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.
According to her media office, delegates at the convention unanimously endorsed the motion and its prayers, paving the way for the validation of party structures in affected states and reinforcing ongoing internal reorganisation ahead of future elections.
While moving the motion before thousands of stakeholders, the senator emphasised the need for unity, legality and institutional stability, describing the ratification as critical to strengthening the party’s democratic foundations.
“Today’s decision is not merely procedural; it is a reaffirmation of our collective commitment to internal democracy, party discipline and respect for due process,” she said. “The PDP remains a party governed by rules, consultations and the will of its members at all levels.”
The motion sought the convention’s approval to ratify congresses conducted in several states in line with resolutions of the National Executive Committee (NEC) and recommendations of the National Caretaker Working Committee (NCWC), as well as in compliance with court rulings and provisions of the party’s constitution.
Congresses earlier conducted in Abia, Akwa Ibom, Benue, Cross River, Edo, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa, Kaduna, Katsina, Kebbi, Kwara, Kogi, Nasarawa, Ogun, Osun, Niger, Rivers and the Federal Capital Territory were formally endorsed.
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The convention also approved repeat exercises in Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Borno, Delta, Ebonyi, Ekiti, Enugu, Kano, Lagos, Ondo, Oyo, Plateau, Taraba, Yobe and Zamfara.
Akpoti-Uduaghan urged delegates to view the exercise as a necessary step towards strengthening grassroots participation and restoring confidence among party faithful.
“Our strength as a political party lies in the credibility of our structures from the ward level upward. By ratifying these congresses, we are sending a clear message that the PDP is united, organised and prepared for the democratic responsibilities ahead,” she added.
Her remarks drew overwhelming voice approval from delegates, reflecting broad consensus across party blocs and marking one of the defining moments of the convention after months of consultations and reconciliation efforts.
In her closing remarks, the Kogi Central lawmaker called on members to subordinate personal ambition to collective interest.
“The task before us is bigger than any single person. Together, we must rebuild trust, deepen inclusion and position the PDP as the credible alternative Nigerians are looking toward,” she said.
The ratification is expected to stabilise party leadership structures across the country and strengthen the PDP’s readiness as political activities gather momentum ahead of the 2027 general elections.
