In a move that signals a renewed determination to reposition itself ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced November 15 and 16, 2025, as the dates for its elective national convention. The highly anticipated event, which will take place in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, is expected to usher in a new leadership team to steer the party’s affairs for the next four years.
The announcement was made by PDP National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, during a press briefing shortly after the party’s 101st National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held at its national secretariat in Abuja on Thursday, July 24. Ologunagba emphasized that the NEC had approved the timetable and schedule of activities for the convention, including the formation of relevant committees to guarantee a transparent, credible, and inclusive process.
The NEC also resolved to inform the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officially, in line with the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022, ensuring full legal and procedural compliance.
A communique issued at the end of the meeting painted a picture of unity, renewed focus, and determination within the PDP. Members expressed satisfaction over the peaceful resolution of internal disagreements, describing it as evidence of the party’s enduring democratic values and patriotism. The PDP, the communique noted, remains a “strong, united, cohesive, stable, and focused” opposition force capable of leading Nigeria out of what it described as the “catastrophic misrule” of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a strong statement on political integrity, the NEC directed the PDP’s National Working Committee to immediately pursue legal action against all lawmakers—both at state and federal levels—who were elected under the PDP but later defected to other parties. Citing the Nigerian Constitution, the party maintained that such defections amounted to a forfeiture of their electoral mandates.
The NEC also addressed concerns over reported involvement of some party members in activities linked to rival political platforms. While expressing disapproval, the party extended a hand of reconciliation, urging those involved to retrace their steps and re-commit to the PDP.
With a strategic eye on 2027, the NEC reaffirmed the party’s openness to collaborations with other democratic forces and like-minded Nigerians in a collective bid to reclaim power and rebuild the nation. The party restated its commitment to democratic principles and assured Nigerians of its readiness to lead a people-centered government when the opportunity arises.
The next NEC meeting has been scheduled for Monday, August 25, 2025, as the party continues to fine-tune its internal mechanisms and mobilize nationwide support.
As Nigeria’s political landscape continues to evolve, all eyes will be on the PDP’s convention in November—not just for the names that will emerge, but for the direction the party hopes to chart for the future of the country.