The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is set to engage in a series of high-level meetings with key stakeholders, including former presidential candidates Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar. This was disclosed by Emma Ogidi, the Chairman of the PDP in the South-South Zone, during an interview on Channels Television’s ‘The Morning Brief’ program.
Ogidi stated that the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) has been inaugurated in Ibadan, Oyo State, and as part of its outreach efforts, he intends to meet with various leaders, including foundation members, religious leaders, and traditional rulers. The PDP chairman noted that these meetings are aimed at reaffirming the party’s presence and commitment to democracy in Nigeria.
According to Ogidi, the party has already initiated discussions with prominent figures such as former President Olusegun Obasanjo and General Ibrahim Babangida. He emphasized that the PDP’s vision for Nigeria remains unchanged, and the party is working to remind Nigerians of its past achievements. Ogidi also took the opportunity to differentiate the PDP from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the latter as an “aberration.”
The planned meetings with Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar are significant, given their influence in Nigerian politics. As former presidential candidates, their perspectives and endorsements can carry substantial weight in the country’s political landscape. The PDP’s outreach efforts may be seen as an attempt to shore up support and rebuild its image ahead of future elections.
By engaging with key stakeholders and reaffirming its commitment to democracy, the PDP is seeking to reestablish itself as a major player in Nigerian politics. As the party moves forward with its outreach efforts, it remains to be seen how these meetings will impact its relationships with other political figures and its overall prospects in future elections. The PDP’s efforts to reconnect with its roots and reassert its vision for Nigeria may have significant implications for the country’s political landscape in the years to come.
