PDP Begins Delegate Compilation Ahead Of November Convention In Ibadan

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has begun compiling its list of delegates ahead of its national convention scheduled to hold on November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The announcement was made on Monday in Abuja by Adamawa State Governor, Ahmadu Fintiri, who chairs the PDP National Convention Organising Committee.

Fintiri disclosed this during a meeting of the convention’s Protocol Subcommittee, where he reaffirmed the party’s commitment to fairness, internal democracy, and transparency in the selection process.

“I want to reassure you that on our side, we are fully committed and will not leave any stone unturned. We are putting in our best and making sacrifices to ensure a successful convention and battle,” the governor said.

Fintiri, who spoke passionately about his loyalty to the PDP, described the party as the foundation of his political success and personal growth.

“Apart from Islam, PDP is the next association that has given me everything I have achieved in life. I will forever remain grateful to this party,” he said.

He vowed that under his leadership, the party would not falter, assuring members that the forthcoming convention would produce credible and respected leaders.

“Not under our leadership, not during our time, will we let this party down. The calibre of men and women we will produce to handle this party in the next National Working Committee will be people of worth,” he said.

The Adamawa governor stressed that the convention would be open and inclusive, assuring that no aspirant would be denied the opportunity to contest, provided they met the party’s requirements.

“We are not going to deny anybody the chance to contest. I will personally ensure that the screening process is transparent,” Fintiri stated.

“Everybody who has purchased forms will be screened as long as there are no encumbrances in their documents or past records. Go and test your popularity in the field because we are finalising the names of the delegates.”

He added that the delegates’ list would be published publicly, just as the subcommittee names were released.

“It’s not a closed system; it’s open. There’s nothing to worry about, it’s true democracy. If you feel you are popular, go to the field and test your strength. In the end, those supported by the majority will emerge victorious,” he added.

Fintiri noted that the increasing enthusiasm and turnout at party meetings signified renewed confidence among members and growing optimism about the PDP’s future.

“Even when we had our inaugural meeting, it wasn’t as full as this. It shows that life is returning to the party. People are beginning to trust and show commitment to what we are doing,” he said.

“At the end of the day, we will provide the kind of responsible leadership required to steer this party forward.”

Describing the PDP as “the biggest and largest party in sub-Saharan Africa,” Fintiri called on members to make sacrifices to ensure a successful convention.

“Please, make sacrifices and don’t mind any noise you hear. We will be victorious at the end,” he said.

Ibadan Convention Will Reflect PDP’s Resilience – Mutfwang

Also speaking, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, who chairs the Protocol Subcommittee, said preparations for the Ibadan convention reflected the PDP’s resilience and readiness to reclaim its place as Nigeria’s foremost opposition party.

“Today’s meeting demonstrates that the PDP is very much alive and that we are taking the convention seriously,” Mutfwang said.

“Those who founded this party will not wish to see it die in our time. We therefore have a duty to keep the platform alive for the people of Nigeria.”

He emphasised the importance of his subcommittee’s work in ensuring a seamless and well-organised convention.

“If you see any well-organised meeting, it’s because protocol was well handled. Our job is not in Abuja; it’s in Ibadan. We must be on the ground before the delegates arrive,” he said.

The PDP’s upcoming convention is expected to produce new members of the National Working Committee (NWC) as part of the party’s ongoing efforts to restructure and rebuild ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Party insiders say the Ibadan convention is being viewed as a symbolic step in the PDP’s bid to reassert its political dominance and restore unity among its members nationwide.

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