PDP Governors Urge Calm Ahead of Appeal Court Ruling

The governors of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) have issued a statement urging party members to remain calm ahead of an Appeal Court ruling on the party's leadership crisis, which is expected to be delivered on March 9, 2026. The statement, released on behalf of the PDP Governors Forum by its Director General, Emmanuel Agbo, and led by the Forum's Chairman, Bala Abdulkadir, emphasizes the importance of respecting judicial processes.

The governors highlighted that the outcome of the ruling will significantly impact the party's internal structure and its preparations for the 2027 general elections. They reassured party members of their commitment to providing a viable platform for democratic engagement and urged restraint in reactions to the ruling.

The statement also noted the judiciary's critical role in Nigeria's democracy and the need for the PDP to present a strong alternative to Nigerians in the upcoming elections. The forum includes governors such as Seyi Makinde of Oyo and Dauda Lawal of Zamfara.