The faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State that is loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has sworn in a new set of state executive members in preparation for the 2027 general elections. This development took place during a congress held in Sokoto, which was overseen by officials from the PDP National Secretariat and representatives of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Abubakar Bawa-Kalgo, who led the delegation, emphasized that the process was open and adhered strictly to the party’s constitutional provisions. He also dissolved the existing state caretaker committee before officially installing the newly elected officials, urging them to carry out their duties with accountability and dedication.
The newly formed executive committee is chaired by Hayatu Tafida, with Ahmad S. Fawa as Secretary, Bello Bashir as Treasurer, Abdulkadir Gidadawa as Youth Leader, Murtala Muhammad as Auditor, Hadiza Abubakar as Women Leader, and Buhari Sidi-Attahiru as Publicity Secretary.
During the event, the PDP governorship candidate for Sokoto State, Abubakar Abdullahi, extended his congratulations to the new officials and encouraged them to prioritize the party’s growth in the region. He also took the opportunity to challenge the rival faction led by Tanimu Turaki, asserting that they should no longer present themselves as the legitimate party leadership, given that the Supreme Court had nullified the convention that brought them into power.
Abdullahi questioned how a group that organized a national convention in a state previously governed by one of its members could still claim leadership after the apex court’s nullification. Similarly, PDP National Organising Secretary Umar Bature appealed for unity among party members to bolster the party’s prospects in Sokoto, while insisting that the opposing faction lacks legal recognition. He specifically called on them to close their office to avoid impersonating the authentic party leadership.
In his acceptance speech, the newly inaugurated State Chairman, Hayatu Tafida, expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and vowed to work tirelessly to promote the party’s interests within the state.