In a bold move to reinvigorate the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and reposition it as a formidable force ahead of future electoral cycles, former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has arrived in Enugu State alongside key party stakeholders to engage in what he described as “frank, focused, and long overdue” conversations about the party’s strategic future.
Saraki is joined by former Bayelsa State Governor and Senator, Seriake Dickson, and former Gombe State Governor, Senator Ibrahim Dankwambo—both of whom are members of the PDP Strategy and Way Forward Committee. The trio met with the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Dr. Peter Mbah, who hosted the high-powered delegation in the state capital.
The meeting, held behind closed doors at the Government House, Enugu, is part of a broader consultative engagement by the PDP Strategy and Way Forward Committee aimed at evaluating the party's current standing and charting a cohesive, sustainable plan for its revival. The gathering signals a renewed urgency within the PDP leadership to mend internal cracks, regain public trust, and reclaim its place as a credible opposition capable of offering Nigerians a viable alternative.
Speaking via his official Facebook page, Dr. Saraki stated: “We’re here to have the necessary conversations—frank, focused, and long overdue—as we work to reposition our party for the future it deserves.”
Sources within the party confirmed that discussions touched on reconciliation efforts, strategy realignment, and the need to harness the collective experience of the party’s past and present leaders. Governor Mbah, who welcomed the delegates warmly, commended the initiative and reaffirmed his commitment to the unity and progress of the PDP.
Political observers have noted that the timing of this visit is critical, especially as Nigeria's political landscape continues to evolve rapidly. The PDP, once Nigeria’s ruling party for 16 years, has struggled in recent years with internal wrangling, electoral setbacks, and dwindling public confidence.
By initiating grassroots and high-level consultations across the country, the PDP Strategy and Way Forward Committee appears determined to rekindle the party's ideological relevance, broaden its base, and prepare for the challenges ahead—particularly the 2027 general elections.
Enugu now becomes one of the significant stopovers in what is expected to be a nationwide tour of consultation and reconciliation—laying the groundwork for a PDP that is not only united but also visionary in its approach to national development.
More details are expected as the Committee continues its engagements across other key states in the coming weeks.