The Nigeria Police has unsealed the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, national secretariat, Wadata Plaza in Abuja, granting access to a faction of the party aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike.
The development was confirmed by the factional National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, in a statement issued on Saturday through the National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed.
According to Mohammed, the unsealing of both the party’s national secretariat and its presidential campaign office, Legacy House in Maitama, followed duly issued court orders.
He added that the properties have now been handed over to the Mohammed-led National Working Committee, with Samuel Anyanwu recognised as National Secretary.
He commended the police for what he described as professionalism and respect for due process, noting that the move reflects adherence to constitutional order.
“This action is a clear demonstration of respect for constitutional order and due process,” he said.
He, however, warned that the party would not tolerate any form of obstruction, disruption, or breach of peace at the secretariat, stressing that security agencies are on standby to deal with violators.
Mohammed said the development should reassure members that the party’s recent internal crisis has been resolved, urging aggrieved stakeholders to set aside their differences and work towards unity.
He also expressed appreciation to party leaders and stakeholders, particularly Wike, describing his support as invaluable.
The police had initially sealed Wadata Plaza and Legacy House in November 2025 following violent clashes between rival factions within the party.
Meanwhile, the faction loyal to Tanimu Turaki has criticised the unsealing, describing it as contemptuous.
In a statement, its spokesman, Ini Ememobong, argued that the judgment relied upon by the police is currently under appeal, with all parties duly notified.
He warned that the action could undermine the outcome of the appellate process.
Ememobong further described the move as troubling, alleging that it suggests possible partisan interference by the police.
He, however, urged party members to remain peaceful and law-abiding, assuring that lawful steps would be taken to defend the rights of what he described as genuine PDP members.
He expressed optimism that the crisis would eventually be resolved, encouraging members to remain hopeful and committed to democratic principles.
“Though pain may tarry at night, joy will come in the morning. Let us endure with hope,” Ememobong said.
