The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum is holding a crucial meeting in Ibadan, Oyo State, hosted by Governor Seyi Makinde, to address several pressing issues threatening the party’s stability and future. The gathering, which began on Sunday and continues on Monday, April 14, 2025, aims to resolve key challenges, including the controversy surrounding Senator Samuel Anyanwu’s reinstatement as the party’s National Secretary by the Supreme Court.
The Supreme Court’s ruling on March 21, 2025, reinstated Anyanwu, contrary to the governors’ preference for Sunday Udeh-Okoye. This decision has left the party in disarray, with both camps claiming victory. The governors are expected to deliberate on Anyanwu’s fate and the implications of the Supreme Court’s judgment for the party’s leadership structure.
Another significant agenda item is the political crisis in Rivers State, particularly the legal battle against the federal government’s declaration of a state of emergency and the suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who serves as the Vice Chairman of the PDP Governors Forum. The governors will discuss strategies to support Fubara and address the broader implications for the party.
Additionally, the meeting will focus on forming a united opposition coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal for a merger of opposition parties will be assessed, along with its potential impact on the PDP’s electoral prospects. The governors are also expected to explore ways to enhance party cohesion and prepare for upcoming elections, aiming to strengthen the PDP’s position in the political landscape.
