PDP Governors Vow Nigerians Will Reject APC In 2027 While Accusing Ruling Party Of Intimidation, Violence And Failed Leadership

 

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum has issued a bold declaration that Nigerians are prepared to reject the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the next general elections scheduled for 2027. Meeting in Gusau, the capital of Zamfara State, the governors presented a communique where they highlighted deep concerns about the current state of governance under the APC, pointing to hardship, insecurity, and an erosion of democratic values as reasons for the growing discontent among citizens.

According to the governors, Nigerians have endured significant suffering under the ruling party, whose policies they described as divisive and disconnected from the real struggles of the population. They maintained that the PDP remains the viable platform capable of restoring the nation to a path of stability, affordable living, and meaningful development.

The forum acknowledged the challenges posed by recent defections within the party but dismissed such movements as political distractions. They argued that despite attempts to weaken the PDP from within, the party’s appeal among the masses remains intact due to its enduring grassroots support and the public’s nostalgia for a period when the economy was relatively stronger and citizens felt more secure.

Discussions at the meeting covered a wide range of pressing issues. These included the deteriorating security situation across several states, concerns about electoral integrity, and preparations for the PDP’s national convention scheduled for November. The governors noted with alarm what they described as the erosion of democratic principles, warning that unchecked authoritarian tendencies threaten Nigeria’s democratic system.

Party loyalists and supporters were praised for their resilience, particularly in the aftermath of recent by-elections. According to the forum, those contests were marred by heavy militarisation, vote buying, and violence allegedly orchestrated by the APC-led federal government. The governors insisted that despite intimidation and what they called anti-democratic tactics, the PDP has proven its staying power and remains firmly rooted in the aspirations of ordinary Nigerians.

The communique released after the meeting struck a defiant tone. It emphasised that the desperation of the ruling party reflects a lack of vision and clear governance agenda. The PDP governors urged members and citizens not to lose faith, describing the opposition party as the only democratic institution with the credibility to steer Nigeria back toward inclusive governance and national development.

Support for the upcoming national convention was strongly reaffirmed. The governors encouraged members to guard against attempts by what they called anti-party forces to derail the process. They insisted the convention would serve as a crucial step in repositioning the party for electoral victory in 2027, underscoring their belief that the PDP must be ready to offer Nigerians a practical alternative to the APC’s style of governance.

Security challenges were also a key point of concern during the meeting. The forum condemned the spate of killings in Katsina, Plateau, Niger, Benue, and other parts of the country. The governors accused the federal government of failing in its primary duty to protect lives and property, urging immediate action to address the crisis. They warned that continued insecurity undermines not just livelihoods but also confidence in the state’s ability to govern effectively.

Among the governors present at the Gusau gathering were Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, Agbu Kefas of Taraba, Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa, Seyi Makinde of Oyo, Douye Diri of Bayelsa, and Ademola Adeleke of Osun. Their collective voice, they argued, represents the commitment of the PDP to serve as a united opposition front determined to safeguard democracy and restore hope to the Nigerian people.

The message from Gusau appears aimed at rallying not just party members but also a wider cross-section of citizens increasingly disillusioned with the status quo. By framing the PDP as both a victim of intimidation and the custodian of Nigeria’s democratic values, the governors positioned their party as the natural choice for voters seeking change.

Political observers note that with the 2027 elections still several years away, the PDP faces the task of sustaining internal unity, resisting defections, and presenting a coherent national agenda. Yet, the resolve expressed in the communique suggests the governors are already preparing for a long political battle that could determine Nigeria’s trajectory in the coming decade.

For now, their message is clear: the APC, they say, has lost the trust of Nigerians, while the PDP stands ready to rebuild a country yearning for good governance, economic relief, and security of lives and property.