Former acting National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Umar Damagum, has handed over to the Tanimu Turaki-led National Working Committee.
Damagum-led NWC’s tenure expired on December 8, 2025, following a leadership tussle with the faction led by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
Damagum officially handed over to the Turaki-led NWC at the Bauchi State Governor’s Lodge in Abuja.
Damagum, in his speech on the occasion, said the new members of the NWC have the mandate to put the PDP back together.
He said, “The beauty of it is that we were able to surmount all the obstacles that we faced and we will continue to surmount them.”
Damagum said the future of the PDP is bright, adding that it is still the party to beat.
“That’s why they lose sleep about PDP. They keep putting different hurdles in our way, but God will see us through. We are positive. God is a just God; He does not support injustice,” he added.
Damagum noted that those causing the crisis in the party might get respite for a while, but assured that they will face the consequences of their actions.
Turaki on his part, applauded the outgoing NWC for their efforts and assured that he would continue to work for the progress of the PDP.
