The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP Board of Trustees (BoT) has rejected a recent judgment of the Court of Appeal that invalidated the party’s 2025 national convention.
The decision followed an expanded emergency meeting of the BoT held on March 10 and 11, 2026.
The communique was presented by the BoT Chairman, Adolphus Wabara.
The BoT expressed disagreement with the Court of Appeal judgment delivered on March 9, 2026.
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The ruling reportedly invalidated the PDP national convention held from November 15 to 16, 2025.
That convention produced the National Working Committee led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki.
The BoT said it is awaiting legal advice on the next steps.
The Board also raised concern about leadership disputes within the party.
According to the BoT, the internal wrangling has led to damaging litigation.
The situation, it said, threatens the unity and stability of the party.
The BoT welcomed the window for reconciliation provided by the Court of Appeal.
It resolved to initiate immediate steps to reconcile stakeholders.
A special committee will engage legal teams and other party leaders to resolve the crisis.
The Board noted that many party members are preparing to contest positions in the 2027 general elections.
It stressed the need to restore unity to enable the party field candidates.
The BoT also urged members to set aside personal interests and work together for the future of the party.
The Board commended the efforts of Bala Mohammed and Seyi Makinde for their support to the party.
It also approved the appointment of Muazu Babangida Aliyu as Secretary of the Board of Trustees.
The BoT urged Nigerians to remain hopeful as the party works to reposition itself ahead of the next elections.
