Bukola Saraki Vows Peoples Democratic Party Survival Following Successful Abuja Convention To Secure 2027 Election Participation

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki declares the PDP will not die, asserting the 2026 convention secures the party's spot on the 2027 ballot.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 30, 2026, 6:08 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Naija News

A Definitive Stand Against Party Dissolution

Bukola Saraki, the former President of the Senate and a central figure in the Peoples Democratic Party, has issued a forceful guarantee regarding the institution's long term viability. Speaking in the wake of the 2026 National Convention held in the federal capital, Saraki asserted that the party would not perish through internal neglect or non participation in future electoral cycles. He framed the successful conclusion of the Abuja gathering as a direct manifestation of this commitment, suggesting that the era of uncertainty regarding the party’s legal and political status has been effectively closed through decisive administrative action.

From Words to Organizational Action

According to a statement released via his official social media channels on Monday, Saraki maintained that the rhetoric of party unity has now been matched with concrete results. He argued that the peaceful conduct of the convention serves as a rebuttal to critics who predicted the party’s demise amidst lingering factional disputes. By formalizing a new leadership structure, Saraki believes the PDP has fulfilled its primary obligation to its members, providing them with a legitimate vehicle to pursue their political ambitions. This shift from crisis management to active repositioning is intended to signal to the electorate that the party remains a functional entity.

The Mandatory Pivot Toward Internal Reconciliation

With the elective phase of the convention concluded, the former Governor of Kwara State submitted that the party's immediate priority must shift toward a comprehensive reconciliation process. Saraki gave a firm assurance that the PDP has now positioned itself as a credible alternative to the current administration for the 2027 polls. He acknowledged that while the convention was a success, the task of unifying aggrieved members remains an ongoing challenge. The goal, according to Saraki, is to build the internal cohesion necessary to present a formidable front against the ruling party in the next national contest.