Authorities reopen PDP headquarters amid infighting and recriminations between rival groups

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The Nigeria Police Force has unsealed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) national secretariat, Wadata Plaza, Abuja, granting access to a faction backed by the Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike.

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Factional National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, disclosed this in a statement issued by National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, on Saturday in Abuja.

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Mohammed said the secretariat and the presidential campaign office, Legacy House, Maitama, were unsealed in compliance with duly issued court orders.

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He said the property had been handed to the Mohammed-led National Working Committee, with Sen. Samuel Anyanwu recognised as National Secretary.

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Mohammed commended the police for professionalism and adherence to the rule of law.

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“This action is a clear demonstration of respect for constitutional order and due process,” he said.

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He warned that the party would not tolerate obstruction, disruption, or breaches of peace at the secretariat.

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“All individuals and groups must act within the law, as security agencies are prepared to act against violators.

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“This development reassures members that recent challenges have been effectively resolved,” he said.

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Mohammed urged aggrieved members to sheathe their swords and embrace unity in the party’s collective interest.

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He also thanked PDP leaders and stakeholders, especially Wike, describing his support as invaluable.

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“Together, we move forward, stronger, united and more committed to our shared vision,” Mohammed said.

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The police had sealed the secretariat and Legacy House in November 2025 after clashes between rival factions at Wadata Plaza.

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• Meanwhile, the Tanimu Turaki-led faction described the unsealing as contemptuous.
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Its spokesman, Ini Ememobong, said the judgment cited by police had been appealed, and that all parties had been duly informed.

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“By this action, they have tampered with the res, which could render the Court of Appeal’s judgment nugatory,” he said.

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Ememobong said it was dishonourable that those tasked with upholding the law were allegedly disobeying it.

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He added that the action suggested police partisan interference.

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He urged members to remain peaceful and avoid actions that could breach public order.

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He said lawful steps would be taken to protect the rights of genuine PDP members.

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“The public should remain hopeful that this dark cloud will pass and democratic norms will prevail.

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“Though pain may tarry at night, joy will come in the morning. Let us endure with hope,” Ememobong said.

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