Abia PDP Chairman Urges Voters To Reject APC In 2027, Cites Party Strength Amid Internal Leadership Dispute

Abia PDP Chairman Urges Voters to Reject APC in 2027, Cites Party Strength Amid Internal Leadership Dispute State party leader insists PDP remains strong and capable of producing credible candidates ahead of 2027 elections despite ongoing internal crisis The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State has called on residents of the state to reject the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections, insisting that the PDP remains strong, united in purpose, and capable of delivering credible leadership. The party chairman made the remarks while addressing stakeholders, urging supporters to remain loyal to the PDP despite ongoing internal disagreements and leadership disputes within the party at both state and national levels.

According to him, the PDP in Abia State continues to maintain strong grassroots structures and political dominance, arguing that the party remains the most organised political platform in the state.

He acknowledged that the party is currently facing leadership tensions and internal disagreements, but maintained that such challenges would not affect its performance in future elections.

The chairman insisted that the PDP’s internal issues are being managed through reconciliation efforts, and that the party is working to strengthen unity ahead of the 2027 elections. He urged voters in Abia State to avoid supporting the APC, claiming that the ruling party has not demonstrated enough capacity to address the country’s economic and security challenges. He encouraged party members to focus on mobilising voters at the grassroots level, assuring them that the PDP would present “credible and electable candidates” across all positions in the next election cycle. The statement comes amid ongoing leadership disputes within the PDP at both national and state levels, with factions struggling over control of party structures in several states. Despite these challenges, party leaders have repeatedly maintained that reconciliation processes are ongoing and that the PDP remains committed to presenting a united front ahead of 2027. Political analysts note that internal divisions within the PDP have continued to shape discussions around its preparedness for the next general elections, especially as rival parties seek to capitalise on its instability.

As political realignments continue across Nigeria, parties are increasingly focusing on early mobilisation ahead of the 2027 elections, with opposition parties aiming to challenge the ruling APC’s dominance. In Abia State, the PDP remains a key political force, but analysts say its ability to maintain unity will be critical in determining its electoral performance.