The Coalition for Kaduna Political Groups (KPG) has voiced alarm regarding the ongoing Problems within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Saying that the instability could significantly influence the results of the upcoming 2027 elections.
In a statement authored by Convener Ibrahim Murtala Kachia, Co-Convener Solomon Jacob Maiyaki, Public Relations Officer Dr. Victor Bobai, and Secretary General Mrs. Daniel Blessing, the coalition highlighted that the leadership disputes, loss of trust, and factional divides plaguing the PDP raise serious doubts about its effectiveness as a credible opposition force.
The group noted recent events in Kaduna, particularly in the Southern Kaduna region, which have amplified dissatisfaction with the PDP. They lamented the exodus of key figures and their followers from the party, signifying an urgent need for introspection and strategic reevaluation.
According to the KPG, the PDP’s inability to present a united front, manage internal disputes, and deliver meaningful outcomes for its supporters has led to a decline in its appeal.
In stark contrast, the statement pointed out that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has demonstrated a more unified internal framework, effectively addressing the nation’s pressing challenges.
The coalition warned that prominent political figures in Southern Kaduna, including Senator Danjuma Laah, Engr. Andrew Yakubu, and Joseph Gumbari, along with their supporters, may soon reconsider their political loyalties. They emphasized that this collective departure reflects a widespread sentiment: the PDP, once seen as a bastion of political strength, is now faltering in providing real benefits to its base.
“The emphasis on party leadership without the prospect of influencing governance, particularly for critical positions like the governorship, raises serious doubts about allegiance to a party that increasingly seems ineffective. The message is clear: the current situation is unsustainable,” the group stated.
Furthermore, the coalition pointed out that “a party that cannot unify itself diminishes its capacity to present a persuasive alternative to voters, leaving the electorate skeptical of a party unable to resolve its own issues.”
