Supreme Court Ruling Created More Confusion For PDP On Anyanwu’s Case – Saraki

Former Senate President and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Reconciliation Committee, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has warned that the worst of defections from the party is yet to come, but maintained that the PDP remains committed to rebuilding and repositioning itself for the 2027 general elections.

He also cleared the air on the unresolved position of the party’s National Secretary, saying, “As far as (INEC is) concerned, the person that they see as a secretary, as of today, is Senator Sam Anyanwu.”

As head of the reconciliation committee, Saraki said the team has not failed and is laying groundwork for unity and structure. “Until this point, none of us had accepted any secretary. We’re starting the process of doing the right thing. So if we can address the issue of the secretary, then we can go to NEC, then go to convention, and then hopefully at convention we will have a newly elected executive.”

He also saw opportunity in the ongoing turmoil. “Those that want to leave, let them leave. Maybe it’s an opportunity… those who are staying, clearly they’re staying, they’re very committed. Let’s use this opportunity to start to rebuild for the future,” Saraki said.

Looking ahead, Saraki confirmed that the PDP is already preparing to field a strong presidential candidate. “Exactly. We are thinking to ensure that we have a credible, serious candidate… We’re not yet at home, but we’re laying foundation to make PDP a good and attractive platform.”