PDP
Governors elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party have appealed for calm as Nigeria’s appellate court prepares to rule on the party’s prolonged leadership dispute. The governors urged members and supporters to remain peaceful and respect the legal process before and after the judgment.
The ruling is expected on Monday, March 9, 2026, from the Court of Appeal of Nigeria, which is reviewing the internal leadership contest within the opposition party.
In a statement issued in Abuja, the PDP Governors’ Forum called for restraint and strict adherence to the rule of law. The forum’s Director General, Emmanuel Agbo, conveyed the position of the body chaired by Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed.
The governors described the moment as significant for Nigeria’s democratic system, emphasizing the judiciary’s responsibility in ensuring fairness and stability. They affirmed the party’s commitment to accepting the court’s decision and maintaining peace regardless of the outcome.
The forum noted that the PDP has remained a major force in Nigeria’s political development, both while in government and in opposition.
Members, supporters and the wider public were urged to respond to the verdict with discipline and maturity. The governors said party leaders would convene immediately after the judgment to assess the decision and determine the next steps.
They added that democratic progress depends on diverse views, constructive political competition and credible alternatives for voters.
The forum also encouraged party members with political ambitions to remain confident in the PDP’s platform as preparations intensify for the 2027 general elections.
Despite the release of the election timetable by the Independent National Electoral Commission, the governors said the party remains committed to supporting members seeking elective offices.
Looking ahead, the forum reaffirmed the PDP’s intention to present Nigerians with what it described as a credible and people-focused political option aimed at strengthening democratic governance.
