The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has distanced itself from reports suggesting that it has formally directed members to join the recently announced opposition coalition platform.
In a statement issued on Thursday, July 3, by its National Publicity Secretary, Hon. Debo Ologunagba, and shared via the party’s official X handle, the PDP clarified that it has “not taken any official position on the issue of Coalition.”
This follows claims circulating on social media that the party had instructed its members to align with the coalition group seeking to unseat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections.
To set the record straight, the PDP stated, “The attention of the National Working Committee (NWC) of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) @OfficialPDPNig has been drawn to a misrepresenting report in a section of the social media claiming that the PDP had directed its members to join the Coalition Group.”
Emphasising its current focus, the party said it is working towards unity and structural strengthening ahead of its National Convention.
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“The PDP is for now focused on building and consolidating on attained unity, stability and strengthening of its structures and capacity to play its roles as the leading opposition Party determined to return to power in 2027,” the statement read.
The party added that preparations for its upcoming convention are in full gear, noting that it will help “revamp and reposition the PDP for the task ahead.”
However, the PDP did not rule out future collaborations with other political stakeholders, stating that it remains open to partnerships with like-minded individuals and groups.
“As a major opposition Party with very strong presence and bond with Nigerians across the country, the PDP restates that it remains open to working with other well-meaning like-minded citizens in the collective effort to rescue our nation from the stranglehold of the rudderless and insensitive All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration.”
The party thanked Nigerians for their support and reiterated its commitment to reclaiming power in the next elections.
“Our Party appreciates Nigerians for their interest, solidarity and loyalty to the PDP brand and reassures that all machineries are being put in place to re-activate the PDP winning ways ahead of the 2027 general elections,” the statement concluded.