From Taiye Joseph, Ilorin
Leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Kwara State, have resolved to participate fully in the party’s upcoming national convention in Abuja, describing the decision as a crucial step toward strengthening the party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The resolution was reached at an emergency meeting of party leaders, elders, stakeholders and aspirants held recently at the party secretariat in Ilorin.
The meeting, convened at short notice by the State Executive Committee, focused on key decisions regarding the March 29, 2026 national convention.
Addressing concerns over whether Kwara delegates should attend another convention after participating in a previous one held in Ibadan last November, stakeholders unanimously agreed to send delegates to Abuja.
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Participants at the meeting stressed that their involvement in the convention would ensure that the state chapter remains actively engaged in national party affairs. They also resolved that the outcome of the convention would guide the party’s next line of action in the state.
The stakeholders noted that if the convention is successfully conducted in line with legal requirements and monitored by the Independent National Electoral Commission, they would reconvene to assess the situation and advise party leadership on adopting the PDP as their platform for the 2027 elections.
According to the communique, the meeting reaffirmed confidence in the PDP’s strength in Kwara State, declaring the party remains dominant across all 16 local government areas despite developments at the national level.
“The PDP remains a very popular, credible and widely accepted platform in Kwara State. No other political party can match its reach and acceptability across the state,” the stakeholders said.
They also commended party leaders and members for their resilience and loyalty, urging them to remain committed to the party’s ideals.
The communique was signed by Hon. Isa Adamu, State Chairman, Kwara PDP, on behalf of the State Executive Committee; Alhaji Ishola Fulani for the Council of Elders; Hajia Nimotailani Ibrahim for Board of Trustees members; and Prof. Ali Ahmad for aspirants.
