The Nigeria Police have unsealed the national secretariat of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), 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 the statement, the unsealing of both the party’s national secretariat and its presidential campaign office, Legacy House in Maitama, followed duly issued court orders.
Mohammed said the properties have now been handed over to the faction’s National Working Committee, with Samuel Anyanwu recognised as National Secretary.
He commended the police for what he described as professionalism and adherence to due process.
“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 or disruption at the secretariat, adding that security agencies are on standby to deal with violators.
Mohammed expressed optimism that the development would reassure party members that the internal crisis has been resolved, urging aggrieved stakeholders to embrace unity.
He also appreciated party leaders, particularly Wike, for their support.
The police had initially sealed Wadata Plaza and Legacy House in November 2025 following violent clashes between rival factions within the party.
However, a rival faction loyal to Tanimu Turaki has criticised the move, describing it as contemptuous.
In a statement, its spokesman, Ini Ememobong, argued that the judgment relied upon by the police is currently under appeal, warning that the action could undermine the appellate process.
Ememobong further alleged that the development suggests possible partisan interference by the police, but urged party members to remain peaceful and law-abiding.
He assured that lawful steps would be taken to defend the rights of what he described as genuine PDP members, expressing optimism that the crisis would eventually be resolved.
“Though pain may tarry at night, joy will come in the morning. Let us endure with hope,” he said.
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