BREAKING: PDP expels three Governors others, dissolves Executive Councils in five States
BREAKING: PDP expels three Governors others, dissolves Executive Councils in five States
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved the expulsion of several prominent party members, including Governors Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), and Dauda Lawal (Zamfara), as well as former BoT Chairman Senator Adolphus Wabara, Senator Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, Deputy National Chairman (South) Taofeek Arapaja, Olabode George, and others, citing anti-party activities and disobedience to court orders.
The NEC also ratified the dissolution of State Executive Councils in Bauchi, Oyo, Zamfara, Yobe, Lagos, and Ekiti, while approving the Edo State Exco led by Barr. Nosa Ogieva.
The decisions were taken at the 103rd NEC meeting, held at the PDP national secretariat in Abuja on Tuesday.
Acting National Chairman Alhaji Mohammed Abdulrahman, who presented the memo for expulsion, said the affected members had disregarded court judgments, bringing disrepute to the party.
The NEC communique, read by National Secretary Senator Samuel Anyanwu, stated: “The National Executive Committee (NEC) met on 18 November 2025 to address recent developments affecting the unity, stability, and constitutional order of our Party. At a time when Nigerians look to the PDP for leadership, NEC convened to uphold truth, justice, discipline, and respect for the rule of law.
“NEC expressed deep concern over the actions of some members who violated subsisting court orders by organizing and attending a purported and unauthorized convention. This act triggered confusion, factionalisation, and the defection of governors and legislators nationwide.
“NEC reaffirmed that the PDP draws its legitimacy from strict adherence to its Constitution and that of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, not from impunity.”
The communique further outlined that disciplinary proceedings would commence against the expelled members, including Adolphus Wabara, Olabode George, Ben N. Obi, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki (SAN), Bala Mohammed, Oluseyi Makinde, Dauda Lawal, Taofiq Arapaja, Setonji Koshoedo, Okechukwu Obiechina Daniel, Woyengikuro Daniel, Mohammed Kadade Suleiman, Emmanuel Ogidi, Sumaila Adamu Burga, Umar Sani, Udom Emmanuel, and Emmanuel Enorden.
NEC also directed that Chief Ali Odefa refund all salaries and allowances collected following his expulsion in December 2024. Acting deputies were instructed to assume vacant NWC positions temporarily.
Additionally, the party approved Hon. Chidiebere Egwu Goodluck as Acting National Vice Chairman (South East) and reaffirmed Alhaji Mohammed Abdulrahman as Acting National Chairman.
The NEC mandated the party’s legal team to pursue constitutional action to recover the seats of defecting elected officials, in accordance with Sections 68(1)(g) and 109(1)(g) of the 1999 Constitution. A party-wide reconciliation initiative, along with a membership audit and revalidation, will also be launched ahead of the 2027 elections.
“The NEC affirms that the era of indiscipline is over. The PDP will not bow to lawlessness or personal ambition. With unity, discipline, and renewed purpose, the PDP will rebuild stronger and restore public confidence ahead of the next electoral cycle,” the communique read.
Opening the meeting, BoT Chairman Senator Mao Ohuabunwa and Acting National Chairman Abdulrahman urged members to remain steadfast, expressing confidence that the PDP would overcome current challenges.
