A dramatic scene unfolded at the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, as thugs reportedly stormed the Board of Trustees (BoT) meeting, throwing the gathering into turmoil.
The meeting, led by Acting National Chairman Amb. Umar Damagum, was attended by prominent PDP members, including National Secretary Sen. Samuel Anyanwu, Senator Ben Obi, BoT Chairman Senator Adolphus Wabara, Board Secretary Senator Ahmed Makarfi, former Niger State Governor Babangida Aliyu, Chief Olagunsoye Oyinlola, and former Youth Leader Sunday Ude-Okoye.
Tensions Boil Over Between PDP Factions
Trouble began when rival factions loyal to Anyanwu and Ude-Okoye clashed over the National Secretary position. Ude-Okoye arrived early at the venue but was forcefully removed once Anyanwu and Damagum arrived, sparking heated arguments.
The rivalry stems from a 2023 decision by the PDP South East zone, which nominated Sunday Ude-Okoye to replace Anyanwu after the latter was chosen as the party’s Imo State governorship candidate.
The move intensified internal disputes, with some party members insisting that Anyanwu should step down from his national role.
Legal Battles Add to the Crisis
The power struggle has also played out in court. On December 20, 2024, an Appeal Court in Enugu upheld an earlier High Court ruling that removed Anyanwu as PDP National Secretary, affirming Ude-Okoye as the rightful officeholder.
However, in a dramatic twist, an Abuja Court of Appeal issued a restraining order last week, allowing Anyanwu to remain in office until the Supreme Court delivers a final ruling on the case.
What’s Next for PDP?
With court battles unresolved and physical confrontations spilling into party meetings, the PDP remains deeply divided. Will the Supreme Court bring clarity, or will internal struggles continue to weaken the party?
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