Ibrahim Abdullahi stated that they were taken by surprise when Peter Obi left the party, as his departure happened just when he was on the verge of being suspended.

Ibrahim Abdullahi, the Acting National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, claimed that Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, left the PDP just as he was about to face suspension under the leadership of the Iyorchia Ayu-led National Working Committee (NWC). countinue Reading>>>...CONTINUE READING>>>

He pointed out the differences between the current NWC and the previous one, led by Ayu, which was marked by numerous suspensions. Abdullahi expressed confidence in the current direction of the PDP under the leadership of Ambassador Umar Damagum, noting that despite the challenges typical of political parties, Damagum has fostered unity and stability.

During an interview with Arise TV, Abdullahi said, “Ambassador Umar Damagum’s position wasn’t a result of an appointment; it came through lawful procedures. There are no disruptors or hidden agendas at this level that could create the impression of division or discontent within the party.

Damagum has provided the necessary leadership since the court removed Ayu, and this has stabilized the party despite the existing differences.”Abdullahi continued, “The wave of suspensions that characterized Ayu’s leadership has ended under the new NWC. Continue Reading>>>

We woke up one day to find that Peter Obi had left the party at the brink of suspension due to the mismanagement of the party’s affairs, which severely affected our chances in the election. We also lost Rabiu Kwankwaso and several others during that time. However, since Damagum took over, we haven’t seen the same level of disarray that existed under the previous NWC.”