The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has reaffirmed its stance that the party is not considering a merger with any other political group, stating that while other parties are welcome to join the PDP, the party remains intact and focused.
This was part of a communiqué issued at the end of the PDP Governors’ Forum meeting held in Ibadan, Oyo State.
As part of the preparations for the party’s national convention, the Zoning Committee will be chaired by Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, with Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal serving as Vice Chairman. Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang will act as Secretary.
The National Convention Committee will be led by Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Fintiri as Chairman, with Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke as Vice Chairman, and Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah as Secretary.
The Forum concluded the meeting by expressing deep appreciation to Governor Seyi Makinde, the government, and the people of Oyo State for their hospitality.
Present at the meeting were Governors Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), Peter Mbah (Enugu), Agbu Kefas (Taraba), Dauda Lawal (Zamfara), the host Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Caleb Mutfwang (Plateau), Ahmadu Fintiri (Adamawa), Ademola Adeleke (Osun), and Douye Diri (Bayelsa).
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno were represented by their deputies.
Notably absent was the suspended Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara.