The Independent National Electoral Commission on Monday in Abuja officially acknowledged the faction of the Peoples Democratic Party led by allies of Nyesom Wike, following the party’s recent national convention.
This was made known when the electoral body updated its official website to reflect the names of the newly accepted members of the party’s National Working Committee.
The development came shortly after the PDP held its convention at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, where new leaders emerged through a consensus arrangement. Among those recognised are Abdulrahman Mohammed as National Chairman and Samuel Anyanwu as National Secretary, alongside other officials occupying key positions within the party’s leadership structure.
The updated list published by the electoral commission contains the full composition of the National Working Committee, covering roles such as deputy chairmen for both the northern and southern regions, treasurer, organising secretary, publicity secretary, legal adviser, auditor, youth leader, women leader, and their deputies.
These individuals are expected to manage the party’s affairs at the national level following the dissolution of the previous caretaker committee.
The recognition by INEC signals formal acceptance of the outcome of the convention, which drew delegates from across the country. The process that led to the emergence of the new leadership was carried out after internal arrangements within the party, as members sought to reorganise ahead of future political activities, including the next general elections.
This move is likely to shape the direction of the PDP in the coming months, as the newly recognised leadership takes charge of party administration and works to stabilise its structure after a period of internal disagreements.