The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction loyal to Minister of the FCT Nyesom Wike has appointed new leaders to its Board of Trustees (BoT). Mao Ohuabunwa has taken over as Chairman, and Isah Dansidi has been named Secretary. This follows the removal of Adolphus Wabara and Ahmed Makarfi, who can no longer serve because of their public stance on the ongoing intra‑party crisis.
The inauguration of the new BoT was conducted by factional Acting National Chairman Abdulrahman Mohammed in Abuja on Friday. A communique issued after the event stated that Wabara’s and Makarfi’s public positions compromised the neutrality, integrity, and moral authority of the BoT. Consequently, the Board unanimously approved the election of Ohuabunwa and Dansidi to lead the newly constituted BoT. Ohuabunwa, who hails from the South, and Dansidi, from the North, are expected to bring balance and neutrality to the party’s leadership.
The communique expressed appreciation to the outgoing officers for their past services and wished them well in their future endeavors. It also commended stakeholders for their resilience and continued faith in the PDP despite recent challenges. The Board reaffirmed its commitment to genuine reconciliation, cooperation, and the strengthening of the party’s internal democratic culture. It emphasized adherence to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the Electoral Act, INEC guidelines, and the Party’s Constitution to ensure the PDP remains a true custodian of Nigeria’s democratic ideals.
This development marks a new chapter in the PDP’s efforts to address its internal crisis and move forward. With the new leadership in place, the party is expected to focus on promoting transparency, inclusiveness, and institutional respect. As the PDP navigates this critical period, its ability to maintain unity and uphold democratic principles will be closely watched by stakeholders and the international community.
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