Breaking: Northern PDP Leaders Unite Behind Tanimu Turaki as Consensus Candidate Ahead of Ibadan 2025 Convention

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Breaking: Northern PDP Leaders Unite Behind Tanimu Turaki as Consensus Candidate Ahead of Ibadan 2025 Convention


In a major political development ahead of the much-anticipated PDP National Convention scheduled for November 15–16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State, Northern stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have officially endorsed Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, as their consensus candidate for the position of National Chairman.

The endorsement was the outcome of an intensive consultation process that culminated in the Northern PDP stakeholders’ meeting held in Abuja, where leaders unanimously adopted the former Minister of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs as their preferred choice.

Reliable sources within the meeting disclosed that the chairmanship slot was zoned to the North-West geopolitical zone, a move aimed at promoting equity, regional balance, and party unity ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Political analysts describe Turaki’s endorsement as a strategic step toward stabilizing the party’s leadership structure and rebuilding trust among key stakeholders nationwide.

Turaki, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and former presidential aspirant, is well-regarded for his administrative experience and calm leadership style — qualities many believe could help reposition the PDP for greater national relevance.

As preparations intensify for the Ibadan convention, this consensus decision from the North signals a renewed sense of purpose and coordination within the opposition party.

For now, all eyes are on Ibadan, where the outcome of the November convention could shape the PDP’s direction for years to come.