Paraphrased News Post:
In a significant show of unity, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has officially reaffirmed Senator Samuel Anyanwu as its National Secretary. The resolution came at a high-stakes gathering of the PDP’s enlarged caucus and stakeholders meeting, convened at the party’s national secretariat in Abuja by Acting National Chairman Iliya Damagun .
Earlier tensions had split leadership lines—while the Board of Trustees initially opposed Anyanwu’s reinstatement, other factions, including Governors Seyi Makinde and Peter Mbah, stood firmly in his corner . Despite these divisions, all factions converged in a spirit of reconciliation and consensus-building.
As a result, two key decisions emerged from the meeting: the formal recognition of Anyanwu’s position and the scheduling of the PDP’s 100th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting for July 23, 2025. At that assembly, plans include approving a date for the national convention and assembling the necessary organizational framework .
The meeting was attended by a wide-ranging array of PDP heavyweights, including Governors Makinde, Dauda Lawal, Caleb Muftwang, Ahmadu Fintiri, Duoye Diri; former Senate President Bukola Saraki; Senator Seriake Dickson; and Prof. Jerry Gana. Prominent party figures such as former ministers, BOT members, current and former national officers, and leaders of both the Senate and House minority also participated .
In a statement to journalists, Damagun described the outcome as a clear assertion of the party’s unity and resilience. He emphasized that the NEC’s decisions reflect the party’s capacity to resolve internal disputes and strengthened its commitment to organizational discipline ahead of future electoral engagements .
Overall, the PDP’s resolution marks a major breakthrough in assuaging recent conflicts, affirming its dedication to a cohesive leadership structure and preparing the ground for its national convention and strategic planning moving forward.
