PDP Encourages Hope and Unity for Nigeria's 66th Anniversary

On October 1, 2026, Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary, and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) issued a statement urging citizens to keep hope alive and remain committed to peace, unity, and national development. The statement, made by the PDP's National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, acknowledged that Nigeria has not yet reached its desired level of development but encouraged citizens not to despair.

The PDP highlighted Nigeria's vast human and natural resources as key to national progress and called for a rejection of violence and corruption. The party urged Nigerians to prioritize national interests over personal or sectional considerations and work towards a future where young people can pursue their dreams confidently.

The PDP reaffirmed its commitment to democracy, good governance, and the welfare of Nigerians, promising to provide an alternative platform for realizing the country's potential. The statement concluded with a call to honor the sacrifices of the nation's founders and to renew commitments to building a better Nigeria.