On Friday, November 15, 2025, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) concluded its Elective National Convention at Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, Ibadan, Oyo State.
Dr. Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, former Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, was elected National Chairman.
Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja, former Deputy National Chairman (South), was elected National Secretary.
The convention brought together over 3,000 delegates from Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
Senator Ben Obi oversaw the transparent voting process, ensuring adherence to democratic principles.
Dr. Turaki’s emergence followed the withdrawal of rival aspirant Senator Yakubu Lado, making him the consensus candidate to lead the PDP into 2027.
