Fresh PDP Drama: Turaki Faction Fires Back After Wike Loyalists Seize Secretariat

The PDP has been grappling with a prolonged internal conflict, which peaked in chaos at its Wadata Plaza headquarters on November 18, 2025. The dispute pits the Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee, backed by Governors Seyi Makinde and Bala Mohammed, against the rival Abdulrahman Mohammed-led faction aligned with Wike.

Following months of legal battles, the Court of Appeal ruled on March 9 in favour of the Wike-backed camp, nullifying the Ibadan convention endorsed by the governors. Months later, the Mohammed-led faction announced that the Nigeria Police had unsealed both Wadata Plaza and Legacy House in Abuja and handed them over in line with court orders.

In a statement, the faction confirmed the takeover, commended the police for professionalism, and warned against any actions capable of disrupting activities at the secretariat. It also called on party members to embrace unity, insisting that the development signals a resolution of the party’s internal crisis.

The group further praised Wike for his role during the dispute, describing his support as instrumental.

However, the Turaki-led faction strongly opposed the move, accusing national institutions—particularly the police—of acting in a partisan manner. Through its spokesperson, Ini Ememobong, the group argued that the court order relied upon had already been appealed, making the takeover questionable.

Ememobong criticised what he described as selective enforcement of judicial decisions and alleged bias in favour of the Wike-aligned faction. Despite the tension, he maintained that his group would remain law-abiding while pursuing legal remedies.

In a separate statement, the Turaki faction condemned the police for unsealing the secretariat, alleging interference and disregard for due process. It insisted that the action could undermine the outcome of the pending appeal and described it as a misuse of institutional authority.

While expressing disappointment, the faction urged its supporters to remain peaceful and assured them that it would continue to seek justice through legal channels. It also expressed optimism that the dispute would eventually be resolved in its favour and reaffirmed confidence in Nigeria’s democratic process.