The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has called on leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party to embrace reconciliation and move beyond lingering litigations following the recent judgment of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria concerning the party’s national convention.
Akpoti-Uduaghan made the call in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday by her media aide, Mike Idoko.
She urged party members across the country to see the judgment as an opportunity to restore unity, strengthen internal democracy and reposition the PDP ahead of the 2027 general elections.
According to her, prolonged legal battles within the party could undermine the aspirations of loyal members who hope to contest elections under the PDP platform.
The Court of Appeal has spoken, and as a democratic party that believes in the rule of law, we must now shift our focus from litigation to reconciliation and rebuilding.
“The strength of our party lies in unity, collective purpose and our shared commitment to providing Nigerians with credible leadership,” she said.
The lawmaker stressed that political parties exist primarily to provide platforms for citizens seeking to serve their communities and the country through elective offices.
Our members across the grassroots—those aspiring to serve in State Houses of Assembly, the House of Representatives, Senate, governorship positions and even the presidency—must not become casualties of prolonged disagreements among leaders.
“Their aspirations and the future of our party must remain paramount,” she stated.
Akpoti-Uduaghan further urged party leaders to adopt compromise and statesmanship in resolving internal disagreements, noting that the moment requires maturity, dialogue and a collective commitment to the survival and progress of the PDP.
She also called on stakeholders to work towards an inclusive and credible national convention in compliance with the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission.
“At moments like this, leadership demands that we rise above personal interests and focus on the greater good of our party and our nation.
“This is the time to come together, engage constructively and organise a national convention that reflects the unity, inclusiveness and democratic values of our party. Nigerians are watching, and we must show that the PDP remains ready and capable of leading the nation forward,” she added.
