PDP elects new National Working Committee at Abuja convention
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has elected a new National Working Committee (NWC) at its 2026 National Convention held in Abuja, with leaders emerging through a consensus process. The exercise,
- From: Gbenga Omokhunu, Abuja
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has elected a new National Working Committee (NWC) at its 2026 National Convention held in Abuja, with leaders emerging through a consensus process.
The exercise, which underscored calls for unity, inclusiveness, and renewed commitment to rebuilding the party, produced the following officials who will steer the affairs of the PDP for the next four years.
Abdulrahman Mohammed was elected National Chairman, while Aaron Chukwuemeka emerged as Deputy National Chairman (South) and Yusuf Nya Akirikwen, SAN, as Deputy National Chairman (North).
Anyanwu Samuel Nnaemeka was elected National Secretary, with Kolawale Olabisi as Deputy National Secretary. Odeyemei Mackson Oladiran emerged as National Treasurer, while Lado Dan Marke was elected Deputy National Treasurer.
Eyim Donatus Henry is the National Financial Secretary, with Dr. Grema Kyari as Deputy National Financial Secretary. Umar Mohammed Bature emerged as National Organising Secretary, while Efere Augustine is the Deputy National Organising Secretary.
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Osuoha Okechukwu Donatus is the National Auditor, with Dr. Adaba Ozohu Seri Yatu as Deputy National Auditor. Prof. Ogunshe Adenike Adedayo emerged as National Women Leader, while Hauwa Ahmed Shinge is the Deputy National Women Leader.
Ibrahim Bala Aboki was elected National Youth Leader, with Momoh Dejihi Eugene Bashir as Deputy National Youth Leader.
Addressing delegates, former Rivers State Governor and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, said the party had overcome a major internal crisis through the resilience and loyalty of its members.
He commended grassroots supporters for their steadfastness and urged party faithful to work collectively to reposition the PDP for national leadership.
In his remarks, the newly elected National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, described the convention as a turning point for the party. He noted that the gathering was not merely about electing leaders, but about restoring order, strengthening internal democracy, and renewing the party’s sense of purpose.
Mohammed called on delegates to embrace unity over division and to conduct themselves with dignity, stressing that no individual ambition is greater than the party.
Also speaking, former Senate President, Bukola Saraki, urged members to remain selfless and committed to rebuilding both the party and the nation.
He emphasized that unity, fairness, and collective responsibility remain critical to moving Nigeria forward.
