PDP okays Damagun for substantive chair, zones 2027 presidency to South

The Peoples Democratic Party has officially confirmed Umar Damagum as its substantive National Chairman.

At its 102nd National Executive Committee meeting on Monday, the party resolved that Damagum, who has served as acting National Chairman for over a year, be elevated to substantive Chairman ahead of the National Elective Convention scheduled for November 15 and 16 in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The PDP’s National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Ajibade, administered the oath of office to him.

The party also resolved to zone its 2027 presidential ticket to the South, opening the path for figures like Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest against President Bola Tinubu.

It condemned what it described as APC’s use of intimidation and militarisation in recent bye-elections, warning against attempts to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. The NEC reaffirmed PDP’s commitment to democracy, internal unity, and restoring public trust.