2027: PDP governors reject merger talks

1. No Coalition or Merger Plans Ahead of 2027

• The PDP Governors dismissed any speculation about merging or forming a coalition with other parties ahead of the 2027 general elections.
• They reaffirmed that while PDP remains open to individuals or groups joining them, they won’t be part of any formal merger or alliance.

 2. Security Concerns Raised

• The Forum strongly condemned worsening security across the country, specifically highlighting Borno, Katsina, Edo, and Plateau States.
• They called for a revised national security strategy that empowers states to build better localized defenses.

 3. Party Structural Decisions

• The Forum supports the Deputy Secretary acting as National Secretary, pending a formal nomination from the South East and INEC ratification.
• Plans are in motion for a National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting on May 27, 2025.
• A National Convention is scheduled for August 28–30, 2025 in Kano, with committee leadership announced.
  • Zoning Committee:
    • Chair: Gov. Douye Diri
    • Vice Chair: Gov. Dauda Lawal
    • Secretary: Gov. Caleb Mutfwang
  • National Convention Committee:
    • Chair: Gov. Ahmadu Fintiri
    • Vice Chair: Gov. Ademola Adeleke
    • Secretary: Gov. Peter Mbah

 4. Support for Rivers State Governor

• The Forum declared solidarity with Gov. Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State, amid political tensions and the looming threat of a state of emergency declaration.

Context & Implications:

• The PDP seems focused on rebranding and rebuilding from within, rather than joining broader alliances.
• The rejection of a merger might be to project strength or preserve party identity, especially with 2027 on the horizon.
• The emphasis on security reform shows how the issue could become a major campaign theme in the next elections.
• Holding the National Convention in Kano, a politically strategic state in the North, may hint at regional outreach and mobilization goals.

If you’re keeping an eye on 2027 politics or party strategies in Nigeria, this is definitely a strong marker of where PDP is positioning itself. Want to dive deeper into any of the points—like potential presidential candidates, the Rivers State crisis, or the merger rumors they’re distancing from?