Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has urged leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), to embrace reconciliation and move beyond lingering litigations.
This followed the recent judgement of the Court of Appeal of Nigeria concerning the party’s national convention.
Natasha made the call in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday by her media aide, Mike Idoko.
The lawmaker charged party members across the country to see the judgment as an opportunity to restore unity, strengthen internal democracy and reposition the PDP ahead of the 2027 general elections.
She said that prolonged legal battles within the party could undermine the aspirations of loyal members who hope to contest elections under the PDP platform.
“The Court of Appeal has spoken, and as a democratic party that believes in the rule of law, we must now shift our focus from litigation to reconciliation and rebuilding.
“The strength of our party lies in unity, collective purpose and our shared commitment to providing Nigerians with credible leadership,” she said.
According to her, political parties exist primarily to provide platforms for citizens seeking to serve their communities and the country through elective offices.
She adivswd that internal disputes should not be allowed to derail the aspirations of party members preparing for future elections.
She urged party leaders to adopt compromise and statesmanship in resolving internal disagreements, noting that the moment requires maturity, dialogue and a collective commitment to the survival and progress of the PDP.
Natasha called on stakeholders to work towards an inclusive and credible national convention in compliance with the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.
