The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed claims by Senate President Godswill Akpabio that the party is “dead,” insisting that it remains vibrant, united and increasingly attractive to politicians across the country.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Haruna Mohammed, the PDP said its history over the past 27 years demonstrates its resilience and ability to overcome political challenges.
According to the party, it is undergoing a period of renewal and rebuilding, stressing that it remains “alive, healthy and growing stronger.”
The PDP cited what it described as growing national momentum, pointing to the decision of Iyabo Obasanjo to identify with the party, the defection of former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, its victory in the Adamawa State local government elections, its win in the Rivers State Senate bye-election, and the influx of political leaders from Katsina, Jigawa, Imo, Oyo and other states.
The party said these developments contradict recent remarks by Senate President Akpabio, who reportedly described the PDP as “dead” while urging the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory to “allow what is dead to remain dead.”
While expressing respect for the Senate President and his office, the PDP described the comments as “political wishful thinking” that do not reflect the realities on the ground.
The opposition party also argued that the project at whose inauguration Akpabio made the remarks was conceived and executed under the supervision of the FCT Minister, whom it described as a distinguished PDP member currently serving in the APC-led administration.
According to the statement, the minister’s performance is evidence of the competence and leadership tradition associated with the PDP.
“One cannot commission the achievements of a PDP man in the morning and suggest that the PDP is dead and no longer relevant in the afternoon,” the statement said.
The party further stated that the ruling party’s comments reflected growing anxiety over the PDP’s resurgence as it continues to consolidate internally and expand its support base nationwide.
It expressed confidence that Nigerians would once again entrust it with the responsibility of governing the country, promising purposeful, inclusive and people-oriented leadership.
The PDP also commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory for his efforts in delivering infrastructure and public services in Abuja, describing his performance as a reflection of the party’s enduring culture of competence and excellence in governance.
Reaffirming its position, the party declared that it remains politically relevant and well positioned to contest and win future elections.
“The PDP is not dead. The PDP is alive. The PDP is healthy. Above all, the PDP remains a beautiful bride on hot demand,” the statement added. Authority.
