Abuja: The Nigeria Police Force has unsealed the PDP national secretariat, Wadata Plaza, handing control to a Wike-backed faction—just months after rival clashes led to its closure in November 2025—amid concerns from the Turaki faction over police actions and ongoing court proceedings.
Factional National Chairman, Abdulrahman Mohammed, disclosed this in a statement issued by National Publicity Secretary, Jungudo Mohammed, on Saturday in Abuja.
Mohammed said the secretariat and the presidential campaign office, Legacy House, Maitama, were unsealed in compliance with duly issued court orders.
He said the property had been handed to the Mohammed-led National Working Committee, with Sen. Samuel Anyanwu recognised as National Secretary.
He noted the police’s conduct followed constitutional order and due process.
He stated, “This action follows constitutional order and due process.”
He warned that the party would not tolerate disruption or breaches of the peace.
All groups must act within the law; security will address violations.
He reassured members that recent challenges were being addressed.
Mohammed urged aggrieved members to sheathe their swords and embrace unity in the party’s collective interest.
He also acknowledged support from PDP leaders and stakeholders, including Wike.
“Together, we move forward, stronger, united and more committed to our shared vision,” Mohammed said.
The police had sealed the secretariat and Legacy House in November 2025 after clashes between rival factions at Wadata Plaza.
Meanwhile, the Tanimu Turaki-led faction described the unsealing as contemptuous.
Its spokesman, Ini Ememobong, said the judgment cited by police had been appealed and that parties had been informed.
Ememobong stated that, in his view, this action could affect the proceedings at the Court of Appeal.
He added that questions had been raised about adherence to the law by those tasked with enforcing it.
He said the action raised concerns about police impartiality.
He urged members to remain peaceful and avoid actions that could breach public order.
He said lawful steps would be taken to protect the rights of genuine PDP members.
He expressed hope that the situation would improve and democratic norms would prevail.
“Though pain may tarry at night, joy will come in the morning. Let us endure with hope,” Ememobong said.
