Amid rising concerns and protests from party stakeholders over alleged early endorsements for the 2027 elections, the Nasarawa State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Adamu Bako Ningha, has vehemently refuted claims of bias or clandestine support for any gubernatorial aspirant, dismissing the allegations as baseless and untrue.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ forum held on Tuesday in Lafia, the state capital, Ningha clarified that while meetings have indeed taken place, the party leadership has not officially endorsed any candidate.
His statement directly addresses recent protests led by the Concerned Stakeholders of the PDP Forum, Nasarawa South, chaired by Mallam Jibrin Idris Ibrahim.
This group had alleged that a July 10 meeting at the residence of PDP North Central Zonal Secretary, Mr. Francis Orogu, was used to secretly back a particular aspirant—an action they claim violates established party rules.
Addressing the controversy, Ningha confirmed that a meeting did occur at Mr. Orogu’s residence, but he insisted it was a private gathering of stakeholders from Nasarawa South, not an official PDP event.
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He emphasized, “The PDP in Nasarawa State has not endorsed any aspirant. We are committed to internal democracy and ensuring all aspirants have a level playing field.”
In response to calls for disciplinary action against Mr. Orogu, the chairman defended the Zonal Secretary, asserting that “Hosting or attending a zonal meeting in your community is not a crime.”
Mr. Orogu, for his part, also dismissed the allegations as “baseless and peddled by unknown party elements.” He reiterated his unwavering commitment to party unity and extended an invitation to members who had previously defected to consider returning to the fold.
“PDP is home for all lovers of democracy. Leaving or staying is a right, but we welcome those willing to return,” he stated.
Both Ningha and Orogu urged all party members to embrace dialogue and prioritize unity, underscoring that internal cohesion is paramount as the party gears up for the 2027 general elections.